Dear Friends,
October 2015 is breast cancer awareness month. Statistics show
it is the most common cancer among women worldwide, it is the 2nd
leading cause of death in women, and 1 in 8 will be diagnosed with the disease.
Another fact, men can be diagnosed with the disease, too.
With early prevention, the disease can be cured. Prevention
includes: Breast Self Exam (BSE) regularly, Clinical Breast Exam (CBE) every 3
yrs starting from age 20 – 30, and a mammogram every 2 yrs starting from age 40-50. Those who are
labelled high risk, have a relative with the disease, have had the disease, or
have the gene associated with the disease, should get a mammogram or MRI every
year.
Be safe my friends and follow the guidelines.
May everyone have a blessed and healthy life.
Diana Khalil
