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Video: Together for Breast Health Seminar: Understanding Symptoms, Screenings, and Solutions

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Video: Together for Breast Health Seminar: Understanding Symptoms, Screenings, and Solutions

Understanding Your Health: Educational Videos

Stylized icon of a person with arms raised, symbolizing vitality and well-being. A medical cross and a heart with a heartbeat line are connected to the figure, representing health and proactive care.Understanding Your Health is a free educational video series from Monadnock Community Hospital designed to inform, support, and empower our community. Each session features trusted healthcare professionals sharing expert insights on topics that matter most to your health and well-being. Whether you’re looking to learn something new or take proactive steps toward a healthier lifestyle, you’re in the right place.

Breast cancer awareness begins with understanding.

In this educational Health & Wellness Seminar, Dr. Morgan Jenkins shares evidence-based insights on recognizing symptoms, understanding risk factors, and staying proactive with screenings and prevention.

Watch the full seminar to learn how to take control of your breast health through awareness and early detection.

What You’ll Learn:

  • The most common risk factors for breast cancer — what you can and can’t change
  • How age, family history, and breast density affect risk
  • The latest screening recommendations and mammogram guidelines
  • What to look for in breast changes or symptoms
  • The role of hormone replacement therapy and genetic testing
  • How early detection saves lives

Dr. Jenkins emphasizes that understanding your personal risk and maintaining regular screenings can make a life-saving difference.

Why It Matters

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women, and one in eight will be diagnosed in their lifetime. Early detection through regular screenings can reduce the risk of death from breast cancer by up to 40%.

Knowing your body and understanding your risk factors empower you to act early — when treatment is most effective. This seminar helps participants gain the knowledge and confidence to take proactive steps for lifelong breast health.

About the Presenter

Dr. Morgan Jenkins, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist with Monadnock OB/GYN Associates, a service of Monadnock Community Hospital.

She specializes in gynecologic care and preventive medicine. Dr. Jenkins is passionate about helping patients make informed, confident choices for their reproductive and overall health. Her approach combines clinical expertise with compassionate care for every stage of life.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I start getting mammograms?
For most women, mammograms are recommended beginning at age 40. If you have a family history of breast cancer, your provider may suggest starting earlier — typically 10 years before your relative’s age at diagnosis.

Do mammograms expose me to radiation?
Mammograms use a very small amount of radiation — about the same exposure as six weeks of natural background radiation — and the benefits of early detection far outweigh the risks.

Should I still do monthly self-exams?
Routine breast self-exams are no longer recommended, but breast self-awareness is encouraged. Knowing what’s normal for your own body helps you notice changes early and seek care if needed.

What should I do if I find a lump or change?
Contact your healthcare provider promptly. Most breast changes are not cancer, but evaluation and imaging are essential to be sure.

Watch Anytime, Learn at Your Own Pace

Empower yourself with the tools and knowledge to manage your breast health. Watch the full seminar video and learn how proactive care can improve your quality of life.

This recorded seminar is part of MCH’s ongoing Health & Wellness Seminar Series, created to empower our community with free education on preventive health topics.
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At Monadnock Community Hospital, we are dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of our community. This seminar is just one way we strive to elevate the health of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care.

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