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Breast Cancer Task Force
of Greater Dayton

The Breast Cancer Task Force of the Greater Miami Valley is an organized group of healthcare professionals, breast cancer survivors, and community volunteers empowering the community through education, support, and advocacy regarding prevention, early detection, and treatment of breast cancer.
Contact:
Breast Cancer Task Force of the Greater Miami Valley
Premier Community Health
601 W. Riverview Ave
Dayton, OH 45406
1-937-227-9422
www.breastcancertf.org


Table of Contents

Information
Guidelines for Early Detection
Breast Self Exam 
Signs and Symptoms
Risk Factors for Breast Cancer
Understanding Mammograms
How to Schedule a Mammogram
Things to Expect in a Mammogram
Tips for Good Mammograms
Myths about Breast Cancer

Resources
Financial Resources
Mammography Facilities
(Montgomery, Greene, and Preble Counties)
Local Breast Cancer Support Groups
Informational Sources


The American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy, and service. With more than two million volunteers nationwide, the American Cancer Society is one of the oldest and largest voluntary health agencies in the United States.

Contact:
American Cancer Society, Southwest Ohio Region
2808 Reading Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45206-1117
1-888-227-6446

All American Cancer Society publications may be purchased/ordered by calling your local ACS office at 888-227-6446.
1-800-ACS-2345 The national toll-free help line provides cancer information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
www.cancer.org

The American Cancer Society and The Breast Cancer Task Force of the Greater Miami Valley do not endorse any of the publications, organizations, or websites listed in the Breast Health Resource Guide. We simply want to provide the community with ample resources in order for people to make informed decisions.