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      <image:caption>Moving on to imaging, we've got mammograms and breast MRIs. Mammograms are the tried-and-true workhorses of breast cancer screening, but they're not foolproof. That's where breast MRIs come in. They can detect some cancers mammograms might miss and vice versa, providing a more comprehensive picture of your breast health. According to the American Cancer Society guidelines, high-risk women should start getting annual breast MRIs in addition to yearly mammograms once they hit age 30.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>First up, let's talk about the importance of self-awareness. Starting at 18, high-risk women must get into the habit of monthly self-breast exams. Consider it a date with yourself – a chance to get to know your body and catch any changes early on. My grandmother, a true pillar of strength, discovered her breast cancer during one of these self-exams. She found this in between her annual mammograms. It likely would have been a more advanced cancer by the time of her next screening if she had not reported it. It was a stark reminder of the power we hold in our own hands regarding our health..</image:caption>
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