Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a crucial time to focus on the significance of early detection and the ongoing fight against breast cancer.
Why do Screenings Matter?
By promoting screenings like mammograms, more lives can be saved through the early diagnosis and treatment. Regular breast cancer screenings, such as mammograms, are crucial for catching the disease in its earliest stages, when it's most treatable. For many women, it is recommended to begin screenings at age 40, though personal risk factors may suggest starting earlier. By staying informed and proactive, we can help women prioritise their health and take potentially life-saving steps.
Did you know?
- Breast cancer is a cancer that develops from breast tissue - Everyone is born with some breast tissue, so anyone can get breast cancer – Including men!
- Signs of breast cancer are not always obvious as you may think and vary significantly from a lump in the breast, a change in breast shape, a rash, pain and even a change in nipple colour or leakage amongst many more – So take some time to look them up and let’s get familiarised!
- 70-80% of women get breast cancer with having no family history!
- 98% of women now survive 5 years or more if there breast cancer is caught early this is up from 74% since the 80s - Thanks to advancements in treatment and early detection, the breast cancer death rate has declined by 39% in recent years, though the battle is far from over – This is still great to shout about and shows that continuous research, raising monies and advancements is key!
- Myths you can ignore: Breast cancer is not caused by Implants - Underwire Bras – Antiperspirants and sports injuries – Speak to your Doctor not the internet if you are unsure!
Factors to reduce the Risk!
Maintain a Healthy Weight – Avoid Smoking – Physical Activity – Limit Alcohol – Book your check!
How You Can Make a Difference with a little bit of fun at too!
Breast Cancer Awareness Month offers a range of exciting opportunities to get involved and support this important cause. Whether you would prefer a chilled walk under the stars or are more of a thrill seeker and would enjoy an abseil…You too can get involved in having fun and making a difference!
There are countless ways to have fun while making a difference during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Now's the time to act and join the cause!
It’s all about coming together with a little fun, speaking out and realising you’re not alone…
So what the heck - Book that check!
Image References: https://www.breastcanceruk.org.uk/influencer-and-creator-hub/