Most replayed moment: Why breast cancer screening should be personalised | Dr. Thais Aliabadi

2026-07-07

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Today we’re talking about breast cancer. Here at ZOE, we know that health is deeply personal - and breast cancer risk is no different. Your likelihood of developing breast cancer is shaped by factors such as genetics, body composition, and lifestyle. Understanding your individual risk is crucial because it helps determine when and how you should be screened - and in some cases, it could save your life. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Thais Aliabadi to explain why breast cancer screening shouldn’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach, and how her own ex...

Today we’re talking about breast cancer.

Here at ZOE, we know that health is deeply personal - and breast cancer risk is no different. Your likelihood of developing breast cancer is shaped by factors such as genetics, body composition, and lifestyle.

Understanding your individual risk is crucial because it helps determine when and how you should be screened - and in some cases, it could save your life.

Today, I’m joined by Dr. Thais Aliabadi to explain why breast cancer screening shouldn’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach, and how her own experience with cancer has influenced the way she thinks about prevention.

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