October Is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It seems every year breast cancer becomes more prevalent right in our own homes. Whether it’s a friend or a family member, we see the devastating effects of breast cancer far too often. Although the screening processes and treatment options are better now than ever before, breast cancer still steals too many loved ones. Breast cancer doesn’t discriminate against race, income, age, or any other factors. Because of this, it’s more important than ever to be vigilant against the awful disease we know as breast cancer.

Breast cancer occurs when malignant cells form in the tissue of the breast; these cells can then attack any surrounding tissue and spread to other parts of the body. Nearly 1 in 8 will develop a form of breast cancer throughout their life. Breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer in women and it’s the second leading cause of death in women. The American Cancer Society estimated that around 246,660 women would be affected by breast cancer in 2016.

The most common and effective way to combat breast cancer is through early detection. Early detection can help save lives and consistently does each year. According to a study done by the American Cancer Society, mammography reduces the risk of dying from breast cancer by about 20% in America and up to 40% in Europe and Canada.

Here are some signs/symptoms to be on the lookout for:

(National Breast Cancer Association)

Death rates from breast cancer have been steadily decreasing since the ’90’s. Experts think this in part due to increased awareness, early detection, better treatment options, and better screening processes. It’s imperative you get mammograms and give yourself monthly checks, early detection can and does save lives.

There are more than 2.8 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. If we join together and become proactive in the fight against breast cancer, we can make sure that no one faces this alone. With the correct screening, we can help fight this fight with our sisters, mothers, grandmothers, aunts, and anyone else who been impacted by breast cancer. While we can’t cure cancer, we can make sure that no one goes through this process alone.

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