Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Prevention, Screening & Survivorship at Libélula Primary Care

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to honor survivors, uplift families, and recommit to prevention and early detection. For me, this month carries deep personal meaning. My sister is a breast cancer survivor. I’ve walked beside her through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery—not just as a physician, but as a sister.

As a primary care physician and sister to a breast cancer survivor, I’ve witnessed both the clinical and emotional journey of breast cancer. At Libélula, we approach Breast Cancer Awareness Month not just with ribbons—but with action. We center prevention through lifestyle support, offer personalized screening based on the latest guidelines, and walk alongside patients through treatment and survivorship. Every story matters.

Libélula Primary Care: October is breast cancer awareness month. Let's prevent, screen, and support together

At Libélula Primary Care, we approach breast cancer with both clinical precision and emotional care. We believe that every patient deserves a personalized plan—one that reflects their risk factors, identity, and lived experience.

Prevention Starts with Conversation

Breast cancer prevention isn’t just about avoiding risk—it’s about building resilience. We support patients in:

• Reducing alcohol and tobacco use

• Managing weight and hormone exposure

• Encouraging regular physical activity

• Supporting mental health and stress reduction

These lifestyle factors matter—and they’re most powerful when addressed early and consistently.

Screening: Personalized, Not One-Size-Fits-All

The latest guidelines recommend:

• Starting mammograms at age 40 for average-risk individuals, every 1–2 years

• Earlier or more frequent screening for those with family history, genetic mutations, or other risk factors

• Inclusive care for trans, nonbinary, and gender-diverse patients—screening should reflect anatomy, not assumptions

We take time to discuss your story, your risk, and your comfort level. Screening should never feel rushed or impersonal.

Women work better together

Supporting Survivors & Families

Survivorship is a lifelong journey. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or years into remission, Libélula offers:

• Follow-up care and monitoring

• Emotional support and referrals

• Family-centered guidance and education

We honor your strength. We walk with you.

Call to Action

This October, let’s move beyond awareness—toward action.

Schedule your personalized breast cancer screening today.

At Libélula, prevention begins with trust, and care begins with listening.