October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This is a topic very close to my heart since Mom's cancer originated as breast cancer before spreading. The Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation was inspired by a young woman who died of breast cancer. Since its inception in 1982, it has invested nearly $1.5 billion in the fight against breast cancer in the world.
So while you're enjoying Fall, open a can of Pink Ribbon soup...
Or stop at your nearby Panera Bread for a Pink Ribbon bagel...
Or just enjoy some pink M&Ms!
And don't neglect your regular check-ups! If you're over 40 and have been avoiding having a mammogram, don't rejoice because of the new guidelines that say you can wait until you're 50. Mom had her first mammogram at 50 and cancer was found immediately. Do NOT take your health for granted. A few minutes of discomfort are nothing compared to months of chemo.
Okay, off my pink soapbox now...
1 comment:
Kathy,
You are sooo right! I know too many people that have died of cancer who may have lived if only they had had their check-ups. It's caused me to pay close attention, that's for sure! Thanks for the post.
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