Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Canadian women. This quick self-study course will introduce the learner to the different types of breast cancer and up-to-date information regarding prevention, diagnosis, staging, and treatment. Detailed sections include: Recent statistics and risk factors for breast cancer; disease signs and symptoms; breast anatomy; treatment options; issues in breast cancer management such as screening; and understanding the psychosocial needs of a patient as well as identifying services available to support them. Given the prevalence and morbidity of breast cancer, this course is timely and appropriate for all health professionals as well as the general public.
This is also the required supplement for the Certificate in Breast Imaging – Screening.