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Breast Cancer Awareness: How to Do a Breast Self-Exam

Thursday, October 11th, 2018


Did you know October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? And so, to help our readers be more proactive in their breast health, for this selected Weekly Dose of Beauty article, we’re featuring Breastcancer.org information on how to do a proper breast self-exam. Please take a moment and check it out. Breast self-exams can help save lives.

Think Pink: Resources for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Monday, October 5th, 2015

PinkBreastCancerAwarenessRibbonOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the perfect time to talk about this dangerous disease—- as well as take the provisions needed for early detection. Check out this great resource site from the National Breast Cancer Foundation to create your Early Detection Plan, learn how to discuss and deal with a breast cancer diagnosis, host fundraisers and more.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the Importance of Self-Exams

Tuesday, October 7th, 2014

Did you know October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month? Regular mammograms are important for women who are aged 40 and over, with or without breast augmentation. And for women beginning in their 20s, monthly self-exams are a great way to catch and detect any changes in the breast tissue. Early discovery is key! So how can you start performing self-exams at home? The American Cancer Society has a helpful how-to here: American Cancer Society Breast Self Exam Stay healthy. A few minutes self-exam may help save a life. PinkBreastCancerAwarenessRibbon