Why Younger Women Are Getting Breast Cancer at Record Rates (And How to Reduce Your Risk)

Breast cancer causes in younger women are rising at record rates, but you can take proactive steps to reduce your risk today through breast examination A mammogram breast exam can bring a real sense of relief. But when it comes to understanding your breast cancer risk, what else should you know to avoid cancer? Today, I’m joined by OB/GYN and *SHE MD* podcast co-host Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi. Helping women get answers about their health has been central to her work for decades. Yet when she faced her own breast cancer diagnosis, she experienced the same dismissal so many of her patients had described. You’ll learn: - How to understand your breast cancer risk, even without a family history - What to ask about your breast density and screening options - Why irregular cycles, acne, and weight changes may be connected - Why painful periods shouldn’t be something you simply learn to live with - How to approach hormone replacement therapy with your personal risks and needs in mind Dr. Aliabadi made a point that really stayed with me. Understanding your health is part of advocating for yourself. You don’t need to have every answer. But knowing what to ask and having a doctor who listens to what you’re experiencing can help you make more informed decisions about your care. #BreastCancerAwareness #WomensHealth #FunctionalMedicine #HormoneBalance #DrMarkHyman **Last Chance to Vote in the Signal Awards** This is the final week to help *The Dr. Hyman Show* win a Signal Awards Listener’s Choice Award. If these conversations have helped you think differently about your health, I’d be grateful for your vote. Just create an account and vote by October 15. If you’ve already voted, thank you. Your support means a lot to me. View Show Notes From This Episode Sign up for Dr. Hyman’s Brainshaping Academy to learn how to nourish the biological systems that support your mental, emotional, and cognitive health https://drhyman.com/products/brainshaping?utm_source=dr_hyman_show&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=may_27&utm_content=link Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman’s Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Join the 10-Day Detox to Reset Your Health https://drhyman.com/pages/10-day-detox Join the Hyman Hive for Expert Support and Real Results https://drhyman.com/pages/hyman-hive This episode is brought to you by Perfect Amino, Cozy Earth, Seatopia, BON CHARGE, Made In, and Rho. Help fill protein gaps at https://bodyhealth.com and use code HYMAN20 for 20% off. Upgrade your sleep setup with https://cozyearth.com and enjoy 30% off  with code HYMAN. Find a cleaner source of seafood. Check out https://seatopia.fish and use code HYMAN for free shipping on your first order. Explore red light products at https://boncharge.com/hyman  and enjoy 15% off with code HYMAN. Explore kitchen essentials at https://madeincookware.com and save 10% off your first order with code DRHYMAN10. Explore science-backed products at https://rhonutrition.com and use code HYMAN for 20% off the entire site. 00:00 Intro 03:02 The Shocking Rise of Breast Cancer in Young Women 08:35 Dr. Aliabadi’s Personal Breast Cancer Journey 13:21 Why Standard Mammograms Miss Cancer (Dense Breast Tissue) 20:05 How to Calculate Your Lifetime Breast Cancer Risk 28:00 The Real Root Causes: Toxins, Estrogen & Lifestyle 35:32 Why PMOS (PCOS) is a Metabolic Problem, Not Ovarian 48:08 Proactive Steps to Reduce Your Cancer Risk Today 54:35 The Truth About Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)