Is breast cancer contagious?

Wendy, I totally agree, I believe that is the only thing that can contribute to it. 2yrs before my first diagnosis I lost my Mum suddenly, a year after that I lost my Marriage...6 months out of my Marriage with my children in 2011 I got my first diagnosis. So stress can cause alot of things.  Enjoy the walk!!! I've been listening to The Bee Gees and off to do my exercises now :) xo

Yes girls I think your right. Doing thing that make you feel good and trying not to worry too much, which I know is not easy for us all.  I have known girls that have breast cancer that have had a major turmoil event in their lives , like the loss of a loved one or a divorce.  Myself, I went through a court case. Surley the stress of these things can send the cells into overdrive and cause cancer. Well the sun is shining so Im off for a walk.

@fairdydust Yes this is absolutely right, I had specialists in my rehab program do presentations all stating the same facts, it floored us all. The reality is the impact of diet and exercise is no different to anything else. So many misconceptions around it, yes they publish the data but again minority studies...I know HEAPS of women who hardly had alcohol in their lives, not much sugar and fit who got it..so dont get bogged down in that. People just need to focus on what makes them feel good, whatever way that looks for them, mentally, physically, emotionally...the things that soothe your soul. xo

@melclarity I recently had the same discussion with my radiation oncologist on this very topic. After a 3month check up after rads I asked her What now?  How do I help myself?  .She replied.. studies have shown that diet and excercise have some impact on limiting recurrence. The other point she made is do what makes you happy
 She also made it clear that anyone can get cancer no matter how fit and healthy . It can happen to anyone. 

@Twiggyjumps That's the interesting part, there are so many Studies done...BUT they are ALL Minority Studies even that of Sugar and Alcohol. There are no common denominators across the population, zero, thats why something new crops up all the time of what causes it LOL. Whats important is what you choose, after a recurrence and no reason for its return I tweaked my diet even more, but really thats because I feel better not because it has any impact whatsoever. I also exercise because I feel good and it helps with side effects and getting back into life, all the Professionals will tell you that no matter what illness you have, exercise is important, this is no different. So only do what is right for you and makes you feel good, biggest thing of all is self nuture and what soothes your Soul, you becoming the most important person in your life above everyone. xx

Has a survey been done recently? Surely a broad range survey with as much as possible right down to the types of cleaning chemicals and frequency of use! There would be pattern for sure.?

Good question.  I was the fourth member of staff at my school to be diagnosed with breast cancer within six years.  There has been numerous parents over the years battling this disease and unfortunately some of them passed away.  I believe the stats are more likely one in 5 than one in 8.

Hi wendy seems like you need a big sign on your door ... maybe somecrystals n  fairy dust to sprinkle as well.... beware only good thoughts and positive energies need enter herein !
enjoy the music
cheers Bright

Hi Wendy
The way Breastscreen can detect issues, the fact that women are more proactive then our mothers age group and attend Breastscreen, the way we are all more tuned to our bodies and even our location can make a difference to the statistics.
I know of several women, all golfers at the same course, who are certain their BC was caused by the chemicals used on the greens.  Who knows the one answer ?
The thing is to do what you are doing - dance to the music in your heart, which as we know can be different throughout the day.
We have been visited by the dreaded word (simply known as ''C" when my grandfather died in 1965) but we have to do our best to be happy and get on with life, however long that may be.
We may battle some days but others we just FLY !
Keep on dancing !
Hugs  Summer  :-)

Ohhh Wendy I hear you!!! that is my daughter too all the time. lol x