Breast Cancer Risk Quiz

From routine screenings and early detection to advanced diagnostics and treatment, our team-based approach ensures you receive personalized care tailored to your needs. At GGC, comprehensive breast health means having expert support, guidance, and treatment options all in one place—so you can focus on your health with confidence.

Early detection improves survival rates, allows for less aggressive treatments, and enhances your quality of life. Take a few minutes to complete our online breast cancer risk assessment to better understand your opportunity to stay healthy and make proactive steps for you and your family’s future.

Type of risk	Points
Your age	Click box that applies
60+	15
50-59	8
40-49	3
25-39	1
Family history (age of diagnosis)
Mother (under 50)	20
Mother (over 50)	12
Sister (under 50)	20
Sister (over 50)	12
More than one aunt, cousin, or grandmother	5
One aunt, cousin, or grandmother	3
Unknown	0
Personal history
You have had a previous breast cancer	25
You have had breast surgery showing atypia	15
You have had multiple benign biopsies	4
You have had a benign breast biopsy	3
You have had a previous cancer of the ovary or uterus	2
You have dense breast tissue	4
Childbearing
You are 30 years old or older and have never had a child	2
You had your first child at age 30 or older	2
Menstrual history
Menstruation began at age 11 or younger	2
Menopause occurred at 55 or older	2
Menopause occurred between 46 and 54	1
Body build
You are overweight, with extra weight in the upper body (apple shape)	2
You are overweight, with extra weight in the thighs and buttocks (pear shape)	1
Diet
You eat a high-fat diet (fried foods, deli, meat, cheese)	1
Post-menopausal hormones
You are presently taking or have taken female estrogen and progesterone (PREMPRO®) for more than 5 years	2
You had natural menopause and have taken estrogen and progesterone (PREMPRO®) for more than 10 years	3
Total score
Set up an appointment to discuss the score

Your present risk of developing breast cancer may be estimated by comparing your total score to the chart below. However, this is only an approximate value, and if you develop any symptoms you should consult your doctor immediately.

0-10	Average Risk
11-19	Moderate Risk
20-29	High Risk
30+	Highest Risk

AVERAGE RISK:
Women at average risk need yearly mammography starting at age 40 (baseline at age 35), and yearly clinical breast exam.

MODERATE RISK:
See recommendations above. In addition, we recommend a clinical breast exam with a breast specialist, which should include a discussion of breast cancer prevention strategies.

HIGH RISK:
You need all of the above plus a thorough evaluation of your family history and possible genetic testing for genetic mutations. The benefits and risks of new drugs to reduce breast cancer risk should be reviewed. Increased surveillance with more frequent breast exams and advanced breast imaging tests (such as MRI) should be considered.

HIGHEST RISK:
Women at highest risk for breast cancer usually have a very strong family history of breast and ovarian cancer and can test positive for a genetic mutation. They need to avail themselves to all risk reduction strategies. These women should be under the care of a surgeon specializing in breast disease, who can oversee an intensive an individualized screening program.

Breast Cancer Assessment

0-10

11-19

20-29

30+