As we recognize Breast Cancer Awareness month, it’s the perfect time to take a look at the latest facts and tips.

While the medical community cannot explain why one woman gets breast cancer and another doesn’t, they do know the two biggest risk factors: being female and getting older. Can’t do much about those, but there are some risk factors you can control including what you eat, drink and how much exercise you get. It’s still crucial to get regular screenings, perform breast self-exams and pay attention to any changes in your breasts.