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Understand your risk. Get screened. Early diagnosis saves lives.

There are too many gaps in care when it comes to getting the right breast cancer screening at the right time. That's why it's so important to take charge of your health. One way to do that is to use an easy tool that could genuinely make a difference in your life.

IBIS is a breast cancer risk calculator that takes just a couple of minutes to complete. You can do it on your own, no doctor’s appointment needed. It helps you better understand your personal risk. Anyone with a lifetime score of over 20-25% is considered high risk and should speak to their health care provider for referral for additional testing. DBC's recent survey of 1100 women with dense breasts found that only 18.5 percent had ever used a formal breast cancer risk calculator. We'd love to see that number increase big time.

Actress Olivia Munn has spoken openly about how the use of IBIS led to further testing and ultimately to the discovery of her breast cancer. That knowledge changed her outcome.

Knowledge is power. And sometimes, it’s lifesaving.

👉 Please check out IBIS. https://magview.com/ibis-risk-calculator/
And if you have any questions, text us at 416-809-7976.

So thrilled to be a Know Your Lemons Foundation partner and a ! Know your signs and warnings everyone!

We believe no one should face breast cancer alone. That’s why we’re proud to partner with AskEllyn—the world’s first non-medical AI companion designed to walk alongside patients with empathy, knowledge, and hope. Born from the real experience of a breast cancer survivor who wanted to make the journey easier for others, AskEllyn provides a supportive, judgment-free space to ask questions, feel understood, and find encouragement. Available in every language, private, and always free through The Lyndall Project, AskEllyn empowers patients to navigate breast cancer with confidence and compassion.

Please have your voice heard

Home | Dense Breasts Canada | Your Breast Health Matters. Dense breasts can decrease the effectiveness of mammography and increase your risk for breast cancer. Learn how you can minimize your risk.

Such an incredible body of work showcasing incredible women.

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Looking back, this campaign was one of the most meaningful experiences at DBC. We loved collaborating with photographer Hilary Gauld ONE FOR THE WALL photography, Ellyn Winters-Robinson AskEllyn, and ten remarkable women: Beth Marchant, Nina Lynn, Nakida Fuller, Jénnelle Victoria, Sarah H, Angie Choi, Robin Macina, Tarot Stephens, Hannah Hallsworth and Cassandra Marchese

This campaign highlights something so important—recent research shows that breast cancer incidence is rising among women in their 20s and 30s. Sadly, when breast cancer strikes young women, it’s often found later, and it can be more aggressive and harder to treat. Beyond that, they face so many invisible challenges—early menopause, tough medication side effects, relationship and fertility hurdles, and the constant worry about recurrence. We don’t always see the weight they carry.

They aren’t too young to be diagnosed with breast cancer—but they are too young to be routinely screened. That’s why their message to their peers is so powerful: You are not too young. Breast cancer doesn’t care about your age. Know your body. Take charge of your breast health. Be your best first line of defense.

If you didn’t catch the campaign last year, I encourage you to take a few minutes to see the stunning photos and read the moving stories of these ten incredibly brave women. Their voices deserve to be heard—and shared. https://www.densebreastscanada.ca/not-too-young-2024/

There’s a lot of misinformation about breast cancer and breast screening out there—Follow AskEllyn and Dense Breasts Canada for science-backed, trustworthy info that actually matters.

Follow AskEllyn and you'll get real time advice after a breast cancer diagnosis. AskEllyn is an AI companion built on the lived experience of Ellyn Winters-Robinson, who was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 57. The AI is trained on her book Flat Please, her personal journey, expert resources, and hundreds of real patient questions. It uses natural language processing to provide emotionally intelligent, evidence-based, peer-informed answers to any question a breast cancer patient or caregiver might ask. From practical concerns like “When can I shower after surgery?” to existential fears like “What if my cancer comes back?”, AskEllyn answers with warmth, accuracy, and empathy.

Follow Dense Breasts Canada to learn about dense breasts, breast screening practices in your province, and how to advocate for the screening that meets your needs.

Proud supporter of Dense Breasts Canada who have DRIVEN change for women across this country.

There’s a lot of misinformation about breast cancer and breast screening out there—Follow AskEllyn and Dense Breasts Canada for science-backed, trustworthy info that actually matters.

Follow AskEllyn and you'll get real time advice after a breast cancer diagnosis. AskEllyn is an AI companion built on the lived experience of Ellyn Winters-Robinson, who was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 57. The AI is trained on her book Flat Please, her personal journey, expert resources, and hundreds of real patient questions. It uses natural language processing to provide emotionally intelligent, evidence-based, peer-informed answers to any question a breast cancer patient or caregiver might ask. From practical concerns like “When can I shower after surgery?” to existential fears like “What if my cancer comes back?”, AskEllyn answers with warmth, accuracy, and empathy.

Follow Dense Breasts Canada to learn about dense breasts, breast screening practices in your province, and how to advocate for the screening that meets your needs.

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If you are looking to be an AI genius, you are probably following Sabrina Romanov. We sat down last week for a discussion about turning a breast cancer diagnosis into advocacy, chatbots, AI for Good and AskEllyn. Check it out. ❤️

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In recognition of Black History Month, we take a look at some recent research about the unique breast cancer risks facing Black women. See link in the next comment. 👇🏻

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So, what were your thoughts regarding Novartis's Super Bowl ad? I have mine...read them on the blog. 👇🏻

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