Think Pink this October by Learning about Breast Cancer Prevention
Pink ribbons are abundant in October, appearing on food labels, T-shirts, signs announcing 5Ks, billboards, and more, as part of initiatives to raise awareness about breast cancer, a disease that affects one in eight women.
To prevent a diagnosis or catch it early, it's essential to educate yourself, maintain a good partnership with your primary care provider, and prioritize self-care.
There is encouraging news: if invasive breast cancer is found early and remains localized, the five-year survival rate is over 99%.
The five-year survival rate is over 99%, which is both remarkable and encouraging.
Autor: McDowell hospital CEO.
Author's summary: Breast cancer awareness in October.