*Preparation for Breast Health* / By Dr. Ava Chan, Dr. Angela Bear; Edited by Crystal Chan

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in Hong Kong, with one in 13 women affected. Two breast cancer authorities, with years of firsthand experience, have compiled a breast cancer prevention guide specifically for Hong Kong women. **Why Do Cancer Cells Target Me?** **How Can I Detect the Danger Early?** • Breast cancer ranks third among fatal cancers for women in Hong Kong. • Cases have surged from over 700 annually to more than 5,500. • Improving lifestyle habits can prevent up to 40% of the risk. **Do Chicken, Coffee, and Bubble Tea Cause Cancer?** **Do Antiperspirants, Skincare Products, and Sunscreens Pose a Cancer Risk?** **Does Wearing a Bra Frequently Increase Cancer Risk?** **Can Self-Examination Alone Prevent Breast Cancer?** As the most prevalent cancer among women in Hong Kong, the threat of breast cancer grows with each year. But what exactly causes breast cancer, and how can it be prevented? Dr. Ava Chan, founder of the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation, and Dr. Angela Bear, a specialist surgeon, draw on their extensive clinical experience and a wealth of local and international data to transform years of professional knowledge into a breast cancer prevention manual tailored for Hong Kong women. From a detailed analysis of the "Top Ten Risk Factors for Breast Cancer," both innate and acquired, to an introduction of methods and services for examining breast health, this book balances everyday cases with professional knowledge. It aims to debunk common myths about breast cancer and raise awareness about breast health. By taking proactive measures in diet, lifestyle, and daily habits, it seeks to prevent the occurrence of tumors and most effectively reduce the threat of breast cancer. Full Title: *Preparation for Breast Health: Understanding the Ten Causes and Prevention Methods of Breast Cancer* Authors: Dr. Ava Chan, Dr. Angela Bear Editor: Crystal Chan ISBN: 978-988-237-323-5 Binding: Paperback Language: Traditional Chinese Pages: 220 Dimensions: 229 x 152 mm **About the Authors** **Dr. Ava Chan** A leading authority and pioneer in breast cancer treatment in Hong Kong, Dr. Chan is an Honorary Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery at the University of Hong Kong, a recognized trainer for the Hong Kong College of Surgeons, and an Honorary Consultant Surgeon at the Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital. Dr. Chan founded Hong Kong's first one-stop breast health clinic and introduced a diagnostic method combining needle biopsy with breast ultrasound. She was also the first doctor in Hong Kong to perform breast-conserving and reconstructive surgeries. In 1990, she initiated the first breast cancer screening program and founded the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation in 2005. In 2011, the Foundation established a Community Breast Health Centre to provide breast health screening and diagnostic services for low-income women. Dr. Chan has made significant contributions to the advancement of breast cancer prevention and treatment. Her recent achievements include receiving the "Excellence in Leadership" award from Sing Tao News Corporation Limited in 2017, being awarded an Honorary University Fellow by Hong Kong Baptist University in 2018, becoming a member of the Advisory Board of the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center in 2019, and being appointed to the Board of Governors of the CUHK Medical Centre in 2020. **Dr. Angela Bear** A specialist surgeon, Dr. Bear is a member of the Governing Committee of the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation and chairs its Breast Health Centre Advisory Committee. She graduated from the University of Hong Kong in 1991 and subsequently pursued postgraduate studies in breast surgery in the UK. In 2012, she was awarded a Master of Surgery degree from the University of Hong Kong for her clinical research on sentinel lymph node biopsy in Chinese breast cancer patients. She worked at Queen Mary Hospital and Kwong Wah Hospital for 18 years. Dr. Bear is an Honorary Consultant for the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals' Women's Health Screening Program, a member of the editorial board of the Hong Kong Medical Journal, and a council member of the Hong Kong Breast Surgery Association. She is dedicated to promoting breast health messages and screening, actively participating in the operation of breast health centers. **About the Editor** **Crystal Chan** A graduate of the School of Journalism and Communication at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Crystal Chan worked as a finance journalist for over 15 years at publications such as the Hong Kong Economic Times, TVB, and Reuters, primarily covering major IPOs and mergers and acquisitions in the Greater China region. Since 2019, she has been a committee member of the Breast Cancer Support Centre Committee at the Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation. **Testimonial** This book serves as a timely reminder for all busy urban dwellers, especially women, to pay close attention to the risk of breast cancer and to take preventive measures. May this book become a blueprint for breast health education, bringing good news to readers and the medical community. —**Mrs. Eliza Ho**, Chairperson, Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation