Pregnant women at higher risk of getting breast cancer, according to research.

According to a recent study, women who have been pregnant in the recent past are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer compared to those who have never given birth. The study, which looked at data from over 17,000 women in the US, Canada, and Australia, found that the risk of breast cancer increases after childbirth.

Interestingly, the study also found that the risk of breast cancer peaks at around five years after the last full-term pregnancy and delivery. This means that women who have recently given birth are particularly vulnerable to this type of cancer. The research, which was a collaboration between the University of New South Wales, the University of Melbourne, and the Columbia University Irving Medical Centre, used a predicted absolute risk score to determine the likelihood of developing breast cancer.

The results showed that women with higher risk scores were 1.5 times more likely to develop breast cancer after giving birth, compared to women with similar risk scores who had never been pregnant. This risk was even greater for women with a family history of breast cancer who had recently given birth. On the other hand, women with higher risk scores who had never been pregnant could go more than 20 years without a breast cancer diagnosis.

Interestingly, the study did not find any link between breastfeeding and increased risk of breast cancer. This goes against the common belief that breastfeeding can protect against this disease. As for the implications of these findings, the authors of the study emphasized the need for further research to better understand the risks and provide support for at-risk women.

In conclusion, this study highlights the increased risk of breast cancer for women who have recently been pregnant. It also sheds light on the role of family history and the potential limitations of breastfeeding in preventing this disease. Moving forward, it is crucial for researchers to continue uncovering the factors that contribute to breast cancer risk and to provide support for women who may be at higher risk.

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