Knowing what comes next isn’t easy after you receive a breast cancer diagnosis, a reality that will affect one in eight women at some point in their lives. After getting a breast cancer diagnosis, experts emphasize the importance of taking time to process the news before rushing into action. Dr. Anjeanette Brown, a board-certified breast surgeon with Premier Surgical Network, stresses the importance of finding a healthcare "quarterback" who can direct proper evaluation and imaging before surgery. Dr. Brown and other experts also recommend combining medical care with self-care strategies, including maintaining an active lifestyle and connecting with the more than four million breast cancer survivors in the U.S. for support.
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