10 Ways to Decrease the Risk of Getting Breast Cancer

6. Avoid Hormones

When a woman reaches menopause, she can lose some of the hormones that can reduce her risk of osteoporosis or heart disease. While estrogen or progestin can help to replace those lost hormones, they can increase the risk of breast cancer.

Unfortunately, post-menopausal hormones come with even greater risks if they are taken long-term. It's important to discuss with your doctor whether you need to take them for a long time, or if you can take them short-term and supplement with other treatments.