A woman's chances of developing breast cancer may be decreased by all of the following except

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Having a hysterectomy (the surgical removal of the uterus) does not decrease a woman's chances of developing breast cancer. The other options listed (maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, limiting alcohol intake, and not using oral contraceptives) are lifestyle factors that have been associated with a reduced risk of developing breast cancer.

A Woman's Chances of Developing Breast Cancer May Be Decreased