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FDA Announces There Are Certain Cancers Associated With Breast Implants—Here's What A Doctor Has To Say

It's all too common these days to see women (even as young as teenagers) opt in for breast implants. But a recent report by the FDA shows that there may be certain cancers that are associated with implants.

By Gina Florio2 min read
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It's estimated that 8 out of every 1,000 women in the U.S. have had some type of breast implant in their lifetime, and 60% of these procedures were done for cosmetic reasons. The average age for having this surgery is 34 years old. It's more common than ever to get breast implants, but recent research may deter you from opting in for the popular surgery.