Breast cancer at a glance: 2022

Archive, Month, October

Breast cancer is now the most common form of cancer worldwide.

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, learn more about the real-world impact this disease has on the lives of so many.

287,850

New cases of invasive breast cancer estimated to be diagnosed with year.

43,250

Breast cancer patients estimated to pass away from the disease this year.

90.3%

Breast cancer five-year survival rate with early detection.

12.9%

Percentage of women diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime, one in every 8 women.

3.8 million

US women living with a history of breast cancer.

Twice

The risk of developing breast cancer is doubled if a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) was diagnosed with the disease.

2021

The year in which breast cancer became the most common form of cancer worldwide.

Early detection is key. Don’t ignore symptoms and following your recommended screening schedule.