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"A Woman's Guide to Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment"

A 30-page booklet published by the California Department of Health Services. Physicians are required by law to give the booklet to patients before they perform a biopsy or treatment, and to note receipt of it in the patient's chart. This booklet provides information to patients on breast cancer treatment options (H&S §109275). There is no charge for this booklet. Requests can be faxed to (916) 263-2479 and copies are available in bundles of 25 up to a maximum of 2 cases (250 copies per case). Copies of this booklet are also available in the following languages: