Myth: Small-breasted women have less chance of getting breast cancer

Reality: There's no connection between the size of your breasts and your risk of getting breast cancer. Very large breasts may be harder to examine than small breasts, with clinical breast exams - and even mammograms and MRIs - more difficult to conduct. But all women, regardless of breast size, should commit to routine screenings and checkups.

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