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5. Linked to Close Family
According to Breast Cancer.org, a woman’s risk practically doubles if she has a first-degree relative (mother, sister, daughter) who has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

6. Breast Cancer is Not Only Genetic
About 85 percent of cases occur in women without a history of breast cancer in their family.