We unpack the real drivers of breast cancer risk with Dr. Tad Beaker, clarify who needs genetic testing, and make the case for yearly mammograms starting at 40. We close with a practical plan for early detection, lifestyle changes, and confident self-advocacy.

• lifetime risk stats and why awareness must be action
• genetics versus lifestyle clarified with percentages
• alcohol, BMI, smoking, and activity as modifiable risks
• screening guidelines compared and a yearly mammogram case
• early detection benefits and survival impact
• stages 1–4 explained at a high level
• who should consider genetic testing and why counseling matters
• symptoms often missed and when to escalate
• handling screening anxiety with structure and support
• Gail Model thresholds and chemoprevention options
• wellness as a personal sweet spot of body and mind

On October 21st, 11 a.m. on the Village Green, we will be hosting a class with pink mats. And Tad will be out there speaking more on the prevention, and we're really just going to be bringing the community together to raise awareness for the information that we just shared.