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Are you at risk for breast cancer?

While you cannot do anything to change some breast-cancer risk factors, such as a family history of the disease or early onset of menstruation, there are steps you can take to minimize your chance of developing the disease, says Dr. Kathryn Kash, director of psychosocial services at Strang Cancer Prevention Center in New York. Kash helped develop MSNBC's quiz that can help determine your risk.