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  • New breast cancer screening recommendations

    New breast cancer screening recommendations

    VA now recommends starting screening for breast cancer with mammography or X-rays of the breasts at age 40.

  • Breast cancer screenings could save your life

    Breast cancer screenings could save your life

    VA offers preventative screenings and treatment for women Veterans with breast cancer or who may be at risk of breast cancer.

  • A celebration of strength and cancer survival

    A celebration of strength and cancer survival

    Veterans share their stories of healing and strength at a Houston VA Breast Cancer Survivor Celebration.

  • Breast cancer awareness: It’s more than just pink

    Breast cancer awareness: It’s more than just pink

    The number of Veterans seeking breast cancer at VA is growing and there are several new and expanding support programs.

  • Recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month with VA Careers

    Recognize Breast Cancer Awareness Month with VA Careers

    The work we do at VA during Breast Cancer Awareness Month—and every month—makes a difference for Veterans.

  • Explore VA’s contributions to breast cancer research and treatment

    Explore VA’s contributions to breast cancer research and treatment

    On World Breast Cancer Research Day, we take time to recognize the work we do at VA that helps contribute to the successes against breast cancer experienced by our Veterans.

  • Breast cancer: the power of early detection

    Breast cancer: the power of early detection

    Her breast cancer was detected early, sparing her chemotherapy and radiation, but it was not without its challenges.

  • A Navy Veteran’s courageous fight against breast cancer

    A Navy Veteran’s courageous fight against breast cancer

    VA can support you through a breast cancer diagnosis with access to genetic testing and multidisciplinary model approaches.

  • Breast and Gynecologic Oncology System of Excellence making strides

    Breast and Gynecologic Oncology System of Excellence making strides

    VA's Breast and Gynecologic Oncology System of Excellence was established to enhance the quality of care provided to Veterans diagnosed with reproductive cancers.

  • An Army Veteran’s treatment for breast cancer

    An Army Veteran’s treatment for breast cancer

    A routine mammogram in October 2022 revealed a concerning lump in her breast and a new mission

  • Finding strength and support with VA’s breast cancer care

    Finding strength and support with VA’s breast cancer care

    Veteran Cassie Garrett shares her story to inspire her fellow Veterans about the importance of cancer screening and the support VA has to offer.

  • A Veteran’s knockout fight against cancer

    A Veteran’s knockout fight against cancer

    Veteran Joy Smith survived breast cancer twice. Here’s her story of vulnerability, bravery and relentless spirit.

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Last updated March 11, 2025

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