Overview

Breast Risk Assessment and Prevention Program

Northwestern Medicine Breast Risk Assessment and Prevention Program Overview

Our Breast Risk Assessment and Prevention Program is for people who have any of the following:

• Many close family members with cancer or multiple generations with cancers, especially those diagnosed before age 50.
• A breast biopsy that shows abnormal cells or lobular carcinoma “in place” (in situ).
• A genetic mutation that increases the risk of developing breast cancer.
• History of chest radiation therapy.