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by: Courtney Albee | Jul. 09, 2007

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Can you tie ‘em in a knot, can you tie ‘em in a bow?

We all have them. And like us, they come in all shapes and sizes. Small, big, perky, and let’s be honest — some that hang a little low. They don't define us but they do help to identify us as women and are celebrated as a unique characteristic of the female body. Breasts, boobs, bosom, ta-ta’s. We pay all kinds of attention to our “girls” when it comes to how they look in that dress, wondering if that bra is going to give enough support, and trying to avoid a Miss Jackson-esque nip slip. But are we paying enough attention to what’s really important?

Don’t let your mate be the only one with intimate knocker knowledge. According to the American Cancer Society, “Women in their 20’s and 30’s should have a Clinical Breast Exam (CBE) as part of a periodic (regular) health exam by a health professional preferably every 3 years.” Furthermore, as early as your 20’s, you should be conducting self breast exams.

Just because October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, doesn't mean we shouldn't be aware of the disease year round. The biggest misconception is that this is an issue we don’t need to start thinking about until we are older, but cancer is bitch. Why not do what you can to prevent a showdown?

Check out cancer.org for more information on completing a self breast exam. And then bounce over to savethetatas.com for the latest in boob couture fashion. You'll perk up knowing 5% of your purchase is donated to various breast cancer charities.

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BEe said this on January 30, 2008 at 12:44 am:

Good info. Cool intro...def an attention grabber. Nice to see such an important topic getting the needed attention. Keep it coming.

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Be said this on August 4, 2007 at 8:27 pm:

Great post!! And its so true! Ladies, African American women die from breat cancer alarmingly higher rates than do White women and it all boils down to a lack of regular check ups. Don't do yourself the diservice of NOT going to Gyn. In the long run it will be well worth it; trust me, I've worked with cancer programs for a little over a year now and I've seen all kinds of stats. None of them are leaning in out favor. PLEASE GET CHECKED!!!! Save your life from a preventable disease such a breast cancer.

Terri said this on July 13, 2007 at 3:16 pm:

Great blog Courtney. Women, esp. young African American women often do not realize the importance of doing all things possilble to keep up to date with their health. My grandmother lost one of her breast to this disease and I reading articles encouraging people to get checked up. You shuld suggest doing a special on this issue in the mag so that more people will become educated on this.

Allie said this on July 12, 2007 at 11:51 pm:

Thanks for writing this Courtney, and spreading the awareness about breast cancer. And if there's a history of it in a family, it's more imperative to get the ladies checked out annually!

Ashia said this on July 12, 2007 at 1:46 pm:

Nice article! I like how you flipped something we as women deal with and discuss on a regular basis and pointed out how important it is to take care of as early as our 20s. My grandma died of breast and ovarian cancer when I was 6 so I have always been aware of my tatas and getting them checked on a regular basis (and checking them myself).

Hayley said this on July 12, 2007 at 9:55 am:

Fantastic job! This article was informative and touching. It's up to us to take care of ourselves with screenings and self-exams, and to lobby the health care industry to provide better and earlier screenings/treatment of high-risk patients. Kudos to you girlfriend!!

Shirley said this on July 12, 2007 at 9:54 am:

GREAT ARTICLE!! After losing a 28 year old friend of mine to Breast Cancer I know the importance of getting checked early in life!

Thanks for addressing this subject! You are a wonderful writer!

Shirley said this on July 12, 2007 at 9:53 am:

GREAT ARTICLE!! After losing a 28 year old friend of mine to Breast Cancer I know the importance of getting checked early in life!

Thanks for addressing this subject! You are a wonderful writer!

Alissa said this on July 11, 2007 at 9:52 pm:

Awesome article, I love this writer! Definitely a great message and an amazing way of presenting it!

Tanya said this on July 11, 2007 at 9:11 am:

Great article! This is the truth. My great grandmother and grandmother were both diagnosed early and both pulled through.

BRaw McGraw said this on July 11, 2007 at 9:04 am:

This is a very important message that needs all attention from women cross country. Cancer has become more and more dangerous for younger women. 2 years ago they found a concern in both my breasts and I needed to get an ultrasound done to make sure it was nothing. I was so scared at the thought that I might have cancer at only the age 22. Thankfully they found nothing. The bottom line is that cancer does not discriminate! Keep sending positive messages like this CLuv!!!

Kita said this on July 11, 2007 at 8:36 am:

You did it again Courtney. My grandmother had breast cancer almost 20 years ago and she is still kickin in her 80's. I also had a co worker recently get through it. If we check it early enough we will be fine!!

DJ TWYST said this on July 10, 2007 at 7:42 pm:

Courtney!!! I'm a man and I love breast!!! I agree 200% with this article. Ladies keee up to date on your breast exams and keep them looking good!!!

Byrd said this on July 10, 2007 at 6:14 pm:

Love the article Courtney. We sistas gotta take care of ourselves.

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