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Information is power, and that couldn’t be more true for the 1.6 million Americans who are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. Although this disease is the second most common cancer in women, it is highly complex and individual — and with recent oncological advancements like genomic testing, our understanding of how to prevent, diagnose, and treat it is deepening at a rapid pace. The social and emotional dimensions of breast cancer are also woefully under-explored. When faced with a scary, life-changing diagnosis, it can be comforting to hear stories from people who have undergone breast cancer treatment and emerged more resilient than ever.
Below, we’ve rounded up 12 books about breast cancer — including practical guides, heartfelt memoirs, and incisive cultural commentary — that will broaden your understanding of this disease. Whether you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, know someone who has, or simply want to educate yourself, there’s something for you on this list.