October is Global Breast Cancer Awareness

Top breast cancer awareness tips:

Know Your Body & Risk

1. Perform breast self-exams: Familiarize yourself with your breasts so you can recognize any new or unusual changes, such as lumps, changes in shape or size, or dimpling. 
2. Talk to your doctor about your risk: Understand your personal risk factors for breast cancer by discussing them with a healthcare professional. 
3. Be aware of changes: If you notice any new lumps, inverted nipples, nipple discharge, or skin changes on your breast, see a doctor immediately. 

Lifestyle Choices for Prevention

1. Maintain a healthy weight: Staying at a healthy weight, especially after menopause, can lower your breast cancer risk. 
2. Eat a healthy diet: A diet rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins can contribute to better health and a lower risk. 
3. Get regular physical activity: Aim for regular exercise, such as a moderate 30-minute walk five days a week, to reduce your overall risk. 
4. Limit alcohol intake: It is safest to avoid alcohol, but if you drink, limit yourself to no more than one drink per day for women. 
5. Don't smoke: Quitting smoking is one of the best ways to prevent many types of cancer, including breast cancer. 

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BULLETIN BOARD

The digital bulletin board is your place to share and find information about:

Fundraisers & Special Events, Job Openings, Educational Seminars, Senior Housing Room Openings, Announcements, and More.

Alzheimer's Assoc. Virtual Educational Classes & Seminars:

Visit the Alzheimer's Association website and choose from virtual or in-person events in your city or state. The link below allows you to set the filters on the left hand side to meet your needs:

Services (topic by category)

Location (city + state OR zip code)

Details (radius by miles)

Delivery Method (in-person, virtual, etc)

Audience (general public, family, caregiver, etc)

CLICK HERE AND FIND WHAT'S BEST FOR YOU TODAY!

AND if you want information immediately, there are at least a dozen virtual webinars that you can watch at your convenience, anytime day or night, 24/7.

CLICK HERE for these Educational Programs

First Friday Art Walks in the Area:

Bainbridge Island, 1st Fridays, 6pm - 8pm (10/3, 11/7 & more)

Check the website to confirm:

https://bainbridgedowntown.org/events/art-walk/

Bremerton, 1st Fridays, 5pm - 8pm (10/3, 11/7 & more)

Check the website to confirm:

https://www.bremertonfirstfriday.org/

Sequim, 1st Fridays, 5pm - 8pm (10/3, 11/7 & more)

Check the website to confirm:

https://sequimartwalk.com/

Second Saturday Art Walks in the Area:

Port Angeles, 2nd Saturdays, 5pm - 8pm (10/11, 11/8 & more)

Check the website to confirm:

https://www.visitportangeles.com/things-to-do-port-angeles/art-culture/

CONTACT:

Mary Coupland, Owner & Founder

e: compassandclockmc@gmail.com

Our goal is to share knowledge, tools & resources to educate & empower you as you approach middle age, hit the road to retirement, and cruise into your senior years.