The month of October focuses on providing an opportunity for the community to be made aware of Breast Cancer and the impacts it has on those affected by the disease.

Although Breast Cancer is more likely to be found in a small percentage of men and is also diagnosed within males.

The National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) for the past 30 years has been offering people of all backgrounds support.

In Queensland each year, more than 3000 individuals are diagnosed with breast cancer.

It is proven that early detection of the disease is important in improving survival rates (NBCF).

For the month of October those people who have a loved one affected by breast cancer are also given the opportunity to show support and respect to those who are grieving, inspire others who are in remission or their breast cancer journey.

Breast Cancer is an Australian woman’s most common cancer.

It is also the most common cause of death.

It is an opportunity to promote awareness, education and focus on how important it is to remain breast aware.

Such changes, changes in size or shape, changes to the nipple or the skin of the breast being red or dimpling or unusual pain.

Although most changes are not due to breast cancer it is necessary you see your doctor without delay.

You know what’s right for your body. Be breast aware, your doctor is the key early diagnosis.

The Australian Government has provided Cancer Australia in 2006 with information to inform all Australians.

These facts are clearly provided on the Breast Cancer screen forms.

Breast cancer also has links to modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors.

The Cancer Council Queensland reports modifiable risk factors such as body weight, eating a healthy diet, being physically active, limit alcohol and quit smoking along with regular screening where eligible.

During the month of October the number of those who perform fundraisers grows across the nation.

This is the time when Australia wears pink and recognises those who have lost their lives to the disease.

NBCF has significant investment in the brightest and latest research highlights.

The NBCF mission is to stop deaths from breast cancer by 2030.

To assist the NBCF mission supporters right across the nation host a get together with friends, have fun, and raise funds.

For fundraising support, you can contact 1300 803 551.

As a supporter, you can access a helpful fact sheet.

The Foundation offers a free monthly mammogram reminder.

For early information, please call 13 20 50.

For free advice and support on breast cancer contact the Cancer Council on 13 11 20.

The support line is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

The Cancer Council is supporting Australia’s most diagnosed cancer with free calls and fact sheets.

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