17% of breast cancers happen between ages 40–49 — and they’re often more aggressive.* In Alberta, breast screening is recommended at 45, and you can request one at age 40. If you’re 40 , talk to your doctor and book your screening. Early detection saves lives. #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #BreastCancerAwareness #WomensHealthAB *Chang HR, Cole B, Bland Kl. Nonpalpable Breast Cancer in Women Aged 40-49 Years: A Surgeon’s View of Benefits From Screening Mammography. JNCI Monographs, Volume 1997 Issue