Wear It Pink! Join the campaign…
We hope you’ve all had a wonderful weekend. As you may know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Join us this Friday 22nd of October and take part in Breast Cancer Now’s ‘Wear It Pink’ campaign. Early detection can save lives. Raise awareness and promote self-breast examination and check-ups. Wear pink for the day and find out how you can fundraise via their website!
https://www.wearitpink.org/about
This wonderful event has raised more than £30 million since 2002 and continues to support those affect by this devastating disease. Not only does this event raise money and awareness, but by taking part in Wear It Pink you will find a community feeling and safe space for your coworkers, friends, and family to talk about their experiences should they wish.
Did you know…
“Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in women around the world, with 1 in 8 women affected in their lifetime. The survival rates for breast cancer vary dramatically across the globe, ranging from 80% or over in developed countries to 40% in developing countries. The low survival rates in developing poverty-stricken countries are due to the lack of access to medical care and the financial implications of treatment. Breast cancer is therefore detected at a much later stage, resulting in inevitable mortality.”- Breast Cancer Support.
Although rare, men can get breast cancer as they do have a small amount of breast tissue. It is more common in men over 60, however, younger men can be affected.
There are early signs of breast cancer you can look out for. This includes a lump in your chest, painful or itchy breasts, and sometimes discharge from the nipple. Please watch the following video for helpful tips on how to conduct a self-examination;
Have a great week and Wear It Pink!
From, The Medipost Team.
Left, Julie (Stores). Middle, Kerrie (Accounts Payable). Right, Debby (Managing Director).
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