A Review of Breast Cancer Websites for Consumers Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women comprising 32% of all cancer diagnosis. The incidence of breast cancer has been slowly increasing. Women have a 1 in 7 lifetime risk of developing breast cancer (American Cancer Society, 2004). On the positive side, advances in research have affected survival rates; women with breast cancer are living longer and dealing with the aftermath of their treatments. Many women are using the …
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…current and up to date in the new developments on cancer care. Our patients have the access to the same information, which includes research studies. We will need to be able to respond intelligently and critically to the questions our patients ask as they become more knowledgeable about their disease, treatment options, and financial issues. Health care providers will need to evaluate and determine if their services are adequate for the needs of their patients.