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Home » Monday Matters- YOU Can Fight Breast Cancer

Monday Matters- YOU Can Fight Breast Cancer

October 21, 2013 by L. E. Mastilock 2 Comments

Welcome to Monday Matters. Spread awareness to help important causes and start your week off right by making a difference each Monday, even if that is just to pin, tweet, or share to pass this information on.

Sandy Toes Creations: Monday Matters- You Can Fight Breast Cancer
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It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month

1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.

National Breast Cancer Foundation

What is Breast Cancer?

Sandy Toes Creations: Monday Matters- You Can Fight Breast CancerThe first symptoms of breast cancer are usually an area of thickened
tissue in the woman’s breast, or a lump. The majority of lumps are not
cancerous; however, women should get them checked by a health care
professional. Medical News Today
More signs and symptoms.
I just learned that men can get breast cancer, too! It’s not nearly as common, but does happen.
Regular self examinations are important for both men and woman.
There are a few ways to do a breast self exam.
The simplest is to look at yourself in the mirror frequently to notice any changes.  Put one arm up and behind your head while standing or lying down and choose a method below to feel around for any changes. Breasts are lumpy, so don’t panic. Do this at least once a month to notice any differences as you become familiar with your body.
Sandy Toes Creations: Monday Matters- You Can Fight Breast Cancer

What can you do about it?

Susan G. Koman says, “You may be a runner. A volunteer. Or an activist. But however you choose to get involved, just know that everything you do makes a difference. After all, without the support of people like you, we know 10 million people could die of breast cancer in the next 25 years….Breast cancer is still killing and impacting far too many of our loved ones. So, how will you get involved?”

I mentioned in a prior Monday Matters post, you can click a day for free to fund mammograms for woman in need at the Greater Good.

As you know by now, if I have to shop, I LOVE to shop for a cause! You can purchase all the cutest pink gear and purchase with a purpose at ShopKoman.com

Sandy Toes Creations: Monday Matters- You Can Fight Breast CancerSandy Toes Creations: Monday Matters- You Can Fight Breast Cancer

Susan G. Komen for the Cure® strives to raise funds and educate people in the battle against breast cancer through global events and legislative actions each year. There are many ways to get involved.

More ways you can help through the National Breast Cancer Association where your support will help provide mammograms, education and support services to women in need.

Do you have an early detection plan?

According the to the National Cancer Institute, “When breast cancer is detected early, in the localized stage, the 5-year survival rate is 98%“
Create a free early detection plan now!

Great article with current facts and statistics about breast cancer:

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Being More Aware of Breast Cancer by Jamie Moesser via Mom it Forward

Also, I’ve mentioned her a million times, but she’s so inspiring: The author of the Cancer Slayer Chronicles, is a breast cancer survivor and now blogs at Green Tea & Chocolate sharing delicious cancer fighting foods we should all be eating to stay healthy.

Sandy Toes Creations: Monday Matters- You Can Fight Breast Cancer

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Filed Under: Causes, Monday Matters Tagged With: Giving, Life, Monday Matters

About L. E. Mastilock

Author, Artist, Pro Blogger, and Social Media Manager. I encourage parents to nurture children through art and nature. I homeschool my kids and advocate for alternative education, creativity, family values, clean eating, rescue pets, and a playful childhood.
I blog at naturalparentguide.com & RascalandRocco.com

Comments

  1. Ann Staub says

    October 23, 2013 at 4:59 am

    Great information. My mother was just diagnosed with breast cancer almost 2 months ago.

    Reply
    • blogging says

      October 31, 2013 at 8:09 am

      Oh, she'll be in my prayers! My MIL went through it and thankfully became a survivor. Very hard times, but hoping for the best for your mom!

      Reply

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