The color pink has become, for many, a symbol of breast cancer awareness. And, with October being breast cancer awareness month, we thought it would be timely to share some interesting facts about breast cancer to promote awareness, funding and treatment. 1. In the United States, 1 in 8 ...
So in aid of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we thought we'd test your knowledge to see how much you really know about your baps/breasts/whatever you call them. Answer these eight questions, compare your answers with everyone else, and then scroll down to find out the facts with a little...
How many women get breast cancer every year? Around 35,000 in the UK, which is more than 90...Sunday Mirror (London, England)
Awareness of what is considered normal and what may need medical attention helps maintain breast health. Many changes in your breasts can be harmless. For example, if you're experiencing breast pain, it may just be related to hormone changes. ...
Pink entrance lights are often connected with breast cancer and tumors. More pink light on people’s porches is usually seen in October, which is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. People may buy pink light bulbs as part of the Let Your Light Shine! campaign, with the revenue going to cha...
About a month after contracting HIV, some people will develop flu-like symptoms. These symptoms often go away often within a week or month. After this initial response, a person can have HIV for years before feeling ill.[8] Globally, HIV disproportionately infects and affects women. Not only...
World Cancer Day, annual observance held on February 4 that is intended to increase global awareness of cancer. World Cancer Day originated in 2000 at the first World Summit Against Cancer, which was held in Paris. Learn more about cancer awareness and t
Multiple pregnancies, breast feeding Removal of ovaries or tubal ligation – procedures may reduce, but not entirely eliminate risk Our Testimonial Let's talk about it Ovarian cancer is the leading cause of death from gynecological cancers in the United States. In 2009, it is estimated that over...
Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization Environmental Protection Agency: Learn About Asbestos Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry: Asbestos and Your Health Malignant Mesothelioma: American Cancer Society The Patient Advocates at The Mesothelioma Center work with mesothelioma survivors and their famil...
This month is prostate cancer awareness month in the UK - I will be handing out a new leaflet to inform people about the main points about prostate cancer as well as talking to mixed groups about my experience with it. I will be explaining what I know about prostate cancer from the two...