Breast cancer is one of the most commonly occurring cancers; 1 in 8 women and 1 in 833 men will be diagnosed with the illness in their lifetime. Check out our previous article on World Breast Cancer Research Day, which celebrates the scientists and other health care professionals working towards more effective treatments and a cure, for more information on symptoms to watch out for and lifestyle changes you can make to lower your risk of cancer.
Like many illnesses, breast cancer is most treatable and has the highest survival rate iThe month is a public campaign for improved research into and prevention of breast cancer, as well as support for those who survived or are currently suffering from the disease and their loved ones. Like many illnesses, breast cancer is most treatable and has the highest survival rate if caught and dealt with early, so awareness of what to look for is crucial.
See here to learn how to perform a breast cancer self-exam (see here for a men’s guide to cancer self-exams). It is important for people of all genders to perform regular cancer self-exams for early detection and prevention, and to speak to your health care provider about regular screenings for this and other forms of cancer as well. Women over 40 years old especially should have regular mammogram screenings every two years.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month began in 1985, when the American Cancer Society partnered with Imperial Chemical Industries, a company heavily involved in research and production of cancer-fighting medication, to educate the public on the disease and promote prevention methods such as mammography. The pink ribbon commonly used now as a breast cancer awareness symbol by many organizations originated with the Breast Cancer Research Foundation in 1992.
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