The month of October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It was established in 1985 as an annual campaign to raise awareness regarding the impact of breast cancer as well as fund research into its causes, treatment, and cure. What Is Breast Cancer? One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. This type of cancer is a disease in which malignant … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Awareness
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Approximately 250,000 women receive a diagnosis of breast cancer in the United States each year, more than 15% of which don't survive. Regular examinations, maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle, and avoiding potential risk factors can reduce the risk of developing breast cancer. Regular Examinations Are Important Self examinations … [Read more...]
Cancer Control Month
April is Cancer Control Month in the United States. It was approved for observance in 1943 under the guidance of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The month is intended to help ease the burdens brought on by cancer. Not just for those fighting cancer, but for family members of those with cancer. With great effort to educate people on how to decrease their chances of getting certain … [Read more...]
National Blood Donor Month
January is National Blood Donor Month put in place in 1970 by President Richard Nixon. Blood donations help save lives every day in the United States and it is through donations that you can make a difference. The Need For Donations In the United States, roughly 36,000 units of red blood cells and 7,000 units of platelets are needed daily. The average red blood transfusion provides … [Read more...]
Movember Supports Men’s Health
The Movember Foundation works to raise awareness and funding in support of men’s health. The goal is to lessen premature deaths to men and raise awareness. Movember also raises money through donations and fundraisers to help fund research and other projects focusing on men’s health. History Movember started in 2003 in Australia with 30 friends growing moustaches to raise awareness … [Read more...]
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed each October. Every year, more than 250,000 women in the U.S. are diagnosed with breast cancer and 42,000 don't survive. In Alaska, the Breast Cancer Detection Center (BCDC) is available for screening in many communities throughout the year using their mobile mammography service. The BCDC also has a full-time facility in Fairbanks. While the … [Read more...]
