Each year, October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Spearheaded by the National Breast Cancer Foundation, this annual initiative serves to raise awareness about breast cancer and offers support to those impacted by the disease. The National Breast Cancer Foundation estimates that there will be 382,640 new cases of breast cancer in 2026. Breast cancer is also the second most common cancer in women behind skin cancer. Furthermore, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Given these statistics, I would like to use this week’s article to share information about breast cancer risks and warning signs, as well as the important role cancer screenings and early detection play in fighting the disease. Read the full article. |