10 Ways to Decrease the Risk of Getting Breast Cancer

5. Medications For High Risk

When women who are at high risk take drugs like tamoxifen and raloxifine, they can lower their risk significantly. These drugs have side effects, but they are approved by the FDA for preventing breast cancer.

If you have a long family history of breast cancer, your doctor may want to discuss these drugs with you. You can also bring them up at your next appointment to find out whether it's an option for you.