October is breast cancer awareness month, serving as a reminder to take essential preventative measures. While death rates are declining among women in the U.S., a new American Cancer Society study found breast cancer is occurring more frequently in women under 50.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), around 2.3 million women were diagnosed with breast cancer globally. Early detection and the right treatment can help to improve survival rates. One of the most important factors that can help in early detection is regular screenings and tests.