10/06/2026
The numbers tell an important story. đź’—
About 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will develop breast cancer during their lifetime, and more than 321,000 women are expected to be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer in 2026.
But the numbers also show progress and hope.
When invasive breast cancer is found while still localized to the breast, the 5-year relative survival rate is greater than 99%. And today, more than 4 million breast cancer survivors are living in the United States.
This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, let these numbers remind you to know your risk, stay informed, and keep up with the screening plan recommended for you.
And behind every statistic is a real person with a real story. đź’•
Are you a survivor? We’d love to celebrate you. Share your story or survivor milestone in the comments.