Continuing to Learn About Breast Cancer Awareness
The month of October is dedicated to raising breast cancer awareness. Around the world, there are events, races, celebrations, and festivals focused on breast cancer awareness. The primary goals of the month’s events are to raise awareness about the disease while also providing support to those impacted by it.
Additionally, the global efforts work to raise money to support research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and the search for a cure. Finally, those involved in the month hope to help with early detection and aim to increase education about the disease and its signs.
The Pink Ribbon is a Way to Support Breast Cancer this October
Pink ribbons are seen frequently throughout the month of October and carry great significance. The international symbol for breast cancer, the pink ribbon represents support for those impacted by it and a commitment to raising awareness about the disease.
Further, the pink ribbon has come to symbolize empowerment, health, vitality, and strength!
Wearing or displaying a pink ribbon might seem like a small action, but it can have a big impact. So, plan to wear or display a pink ribbon throughout the month of October.
Participate in Breast Cancer Awareness Month by Wearing Pink on October 18th
October 18th is wear it pink day. The purpose of this day is to bring people together in unified support of the fight against this disease. One day where everyone is encouraged to wear pink can result in making a powerful statement throughout communities in support of those with the disease.
Further, it is an effective way to raise awareness about the disease and to help educate millions about early detection. So plan to join in the fight and support others around the world this October 18th by wearing pink.
The Importance of Knowing the Medical Signs
Throughout the month of October, there is a concerted effort to educate individuals about breast cancer and to help encourage early detection. One way to join in these efforts is by sharing the importance of conducting regular self-exams, having regular screenings and knowing the early signs and symptoms.
Some common early signs of breast cancer are a lump or mass in the breast tissue, skin changes on the breast, a change in the size or shape of either breast, nipple discharge that is not breast milk, pain in either breast and a lump or node on the side of either breast.
Simply knowing and sharing these early signs is an effective way to participate in breast cancer awareness month and to help support early detection.
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