Emilie Checrallah’s Post

As I celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness month for the remainder of October, I also want to observe National Mammography Day! Every year, on the third Friday of October, we are reminded about the importance of mammograms and breast cancer screening. Did you know that mammography has helped reduce breast cancer mortality in the US by nearly 40% since 1990 or that mammography screening cuts the risk of dying from breast cancer by about half (Source 1)? While alternative screening techniques have been discovered, such as breast tomosynthesis or 3D Mammography (Source 2), one thing is clear: early detection screening can save lives. Therefore, I encourage you to use today to do one or more of the following: ~Schedule your annual mammogram if you have not done so already, or remind loved ones to do the same. If you are looking for screening centers near you, consider using the National Breast Cancer Foundation’s database to search for mammogram facilities here: https://lnkd.in/gb87RevR. ~Raise awareness about today and the importance of mammograms. ~Donate to women in need to ensure they receive the care and screenings they deserve. You can do this when you donate to organizations like the National Breast Cancer Foundation: https://lnkd.in/gEMV4WKi. ~Learn how to perform a self-breast exam. Source 1: https://lnkd.in/gGUmHXDV Source 2: https://lnkd.in/gFmkngKC. #NationalMammographyDay #BreastCancerAwareness

The BRC is going PINK for Breast Cancer Awareness. On October 27th, we’ll don our finest pink attire to show solidarity with those affected by breast cancer. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, except for skin cancers. It is about 30% (or 1 in 3) of all new female cancers each year. The American Cancer Society's estimates for breast cancer in the United States for 2023 are: • About 297,790 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women. • About 55,720 new cases of ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) will be diagnosed. • About 43,700 women will die from breast cancer. These are staggering statistics and while major advancements have been made toward research, early detection and treatment, there is still a long way to go. We’ve created a fundraising page through Susan G. Komen Cancer Research Foundation. The Komen Foundation is the world’s leading breast cancer organization committed to cancer research and equitable patient care. Komen’s efforts helped reduce deaths from breast cancer by 43% since 1989! https://lnkd.in/g7qW-Uq7

🎗️💖 It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💖🎗️ In as long as it takes you to read this post, a British woman will hear she has breast cancer. 5,000 will hear that diagnosis in October, and in our lifetimes 1 in 7 of us will have the disease. It’s the most common cancer, and still pretty frightening. But it’s not so scary an idea if you’re checking regularly, and getting the right support. I check my breasts regularly. It’s lucky I do, because in October three years ago I found a lump on the right side. I rang the GP and was seen quickly, with plenty of reassurance and helpful advice. Sadly, a diagnosis followed, opening up to full-scale treatment by Christmas that year and surgery by Easter. It was a torrid time and I don’t look back on it with any fondness - but thanks to early action and great NHS treatment, I am fighting fit again now with only a daily pill and a new hairstyle to show for it. In fact, it’s the hairstyle I’d always wanted! 💪💇♀️ And as I enjoy a new weights workout in the gym most weeks, despite having something a little different in my right chest than I started with, I reflect on how I can raise more awareness of breast cancer so that others get the care that I had. Breast Cancer Awareness Month starts today. After you read this post, please check your breasts. Have a look here for the signs of cancer: 📌👙🩺 https://lnkd.in/exXgxPvN Tomorrow, and again on 20th October, could you wear pink to spread the word? 🎀💗 https://lnkd.in/e3hG_BXs Today, tomorrow, throughout the month and in the rest of the year, please donate if you can to life-changing research and support: 💰🤝 https://lnkd.in/eFJGevNW The frontier of progress in breast cancer, and other cancer care, is exciting right now. Scientists at the Quadram Institute in Norwich, for example, are doing fascinating research. And shortly patients in the UK will be able to have personalized cancer vaccines. This is why it matters that we are a scientific superpower - because it changes people’s lives. 🔬🌟 Please get involved and get behind that mission, and most of all please check your breasts for any signs. 🎀🩺

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and educate individuals about breast cancer and the importance of early detection. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, and early detection is key to improving survival rates. This year, we invite you to join us in the fight against breast cancer. There are many ways to get involved, such as attending educational events, volunteering, or making a donation to support breast cancer research. By working together, we can make a difference in the lives of those affected by breast cancer. Remember, early detection is key to improving survival rates. Talk to your healthcare provider about breast cancer screening and perform self-exams regularly. Together, we can make a difference in the fight against breast cancer.

Help Fight Breast Cancer with Integrity! We are looking to raise $1,500.00 to support Susan G. Komen New England for Breast Cancer Awareness. Integrity focuses on being a supporter and contributor to our community. By being able to be part of the cause to raise awareness and finding cures for breast cancer is one of the many ways we focus on community growth. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and many of us know someone or have someone close to us that has battled, fought, or survived breast cancer. 1.   75% of the donation will stay in the state and go towards local breast cancer education, screening, and treatment.  2.   The remaining 25% will go towards finding a cure for breast cancer. https://gofund.me/9c929847

I wanted to take a moment to remind everyone about the importance of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women worldwide, with an estimated 2.1 million new cases per year. While this statistic may sound daunting, the good news is that there are many resources available to help prevent and detect breast cancer early on. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to educate ourselves, our families, and our communities on breast cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment options.   BreastCancer.org's site offers a wealth of information on everything from screening guidelines to risk factors, as well as helpful tools like a breast cancer risk assessment tool. With this information, we can all take proactive steps to reduce our risk of developing breast cancer. But National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is about more than just information and resources. It's also about taking action. From fundraisers to charity walks, there are many ways to get involved and show your support for breast cancer awareness. By participating in these events, we can help raise funds for research, support those affected by breast cancer, and show our commitment to this important cause.   Click on the link below to access BreastCancer.org's resource on breast cancer awareness: https://lnkd.in/gfpgvCWe #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth 

Each October, we celebrate National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM). First recognized in 1985, the purpose of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month has always been to promote mammography and early detection as the best and most effective weapon in the fight against breast cancer. In the nearly 40 years since NBCAM’s inception, breast cancer awareness, particularly around prevention, has grown tremendously. This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, organizations are looking to highlight the impact that shifting efforts to be more than just awareness can have. The National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., founded in 1991 by survivor Janelle Hail, provides free and innovative programming that most organizations do not. Recognized as one of the most respected breast cancer charities in the world, the National Breast Cancer Foundation is running a campaign for this year’s National Breast Cancer Awareness Month entitled “More Than Awareness.” Breast cancer is more than just a diagnosis, a statistic, or a patient. For the 1-in-8 American women and 1-in-833 American men who will develop breast cancer in their lifetime, it is a life-altering event with very real physical, mental, and even financial consequences.   Let’s make this National Breast Cancer Awareness Month #MoreThanAwareness. For more information and resources from the National Breast Cancer Foundation, check out the link below.   #MoreThanBCAM #BCAM #NCBAM

UKITES by PBC: Embracing Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Together, we can make Breast Cancer Awareness Month a time of hope, support, and progress. Join UKITES by PBC in making a positive impact in the fight against breast cancer. https://lnkd.in/e5ppAPAE

Over 20,000 people in Australia this year will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Thats 57 people per day! 1 in 7 women. 1 in 500 men. In 2023, over 3,200 Australian passed away from breast cancer (including 30-40 males). Approximately one woman under the age of 40 is expected to die each week from breast cancer. That’s 9 Australians a day dying from the disease. In the last 10 years, breast cancer diagnosis have increased by 21%. Since the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) started funding in 1994, the death rates from breast cancer in Australia have reduced by over 40% thanks in large part to research in prevention, early detection and new and improved breast cancer treatments. I recently completed a fundraiser with the National Breast Cancer Foundation and proudly raised $4,561. EARLY DETECTION SAVES LIVES!

Know the facts on breast cancer in the United States • In 2020, more than 268,600 women are expected to be newly diagnosed with breast cancer in the US, and an estimated 41,760 women are expected to die from the disease. • Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women (excluding skin cancer) and second only to lung cancer as a cause of cancer death in women. • Breast cancer does not just affect women. More than 2,600 men in the US are expected to be diagnosed this year and an estimated 500 are expected to die from the disease. • Breast cancer in men is rare, accounting for less than 1 percent of breast cancer cases in the US. However, men are more likely than women to be diagnosed with advanced-stage breast cancer, which likely reflects decreased awareness and delayed detection because screening mammography is not recommended for men due to the rarity of the disease. • Due to the infrequency of male breast cancer, much less is known about the disease then female breast cancer. • Breast cancer death rates have declined by 40 percent since 1989, contributing to 348,800 lives saved. • The five-year relative survival rate for breast cancer that has not spread to the lymph nodes or other location is 99 percent. How your support makes a difference Thanks to your support, the American Cancer Society is there for everyone in every community touched by breast cancer – including those currently dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis, those who may face one in the future, and those who may avoid one altogether thanks to education and risk reduction. Please share this post with other people within your group. This can help us educate everyone about the facts on breast cancer. We need everyone to know how to fight this disease. Help us by joining the fight by clicking on the link below and start giving hope to others! Thank you. https://lnkd.in/gdpwwkyv