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The 19th day of October every year is a day set aside to collective combat the widespreading disease called breast cancer, it is an international platform that helps people to be aware of their situation which in turn brings about early detection of the disease. Funny but true, most people do not self examine their breasts to find out if there are any deformities or abnormalities, but rather wait til the day of breast cancer awareness before they do that. Hence, we can say that so far the platform has done a great job educating the people on health matters.
Generally, women are very prone to experience breast cancer both in their teenage years and even at a latter age. The good thing is that, when this is detected early enough, it can be curbed and treatment can be administered to reduce the spread. Some of the reasons why the international breast cancer aware is popular is because it deals with issues such as: the promotion of early awareness of detection of lumps in the breast, research for treatment both herbal and medically, education young youths on the dangers of not self examining their bodies, community outreach to create awareness on the dangers and risk of ignoring such factors, to help people who are diagnosed be better and get proactive treatment.
I remember back in secondary school we had guest who frequently came to our schools to lecture the girls and boys on personal hygiene, menstruation health, breast cancer awareness, early pregnancy and so on. Looking back, these teachings and education helped young girl to be awrea of their health at an early stage. Different methods of self examination of breast cancer includes:
- do the examination frequently, like monthly. Do not wait till it October 19th.
- it is advisable to carry out the act some days after your menstruation to avoid pms symptoms like swollen breast.
- stand in front of a mirror and raise up your hands to examine the sides.
- lie down as well to get a thorough examination.
- doing this regularly will help you get familiar with your body parts so that when there is a change, you would notice immediately.
In conclusion, people are called upon to support the cause of the international day of breast cancer awareness. Although, Ngo's and philanthropist have been offering their support to victims, we can also contribute by organizing small forums for our community to keep them informed.
This is a part of my entry for the #octoberinleo prompt as organized by the @leogrowth team with great initiative that members of Hive you can participate in this prompt and tackle them as you deem fit. In collaboration with @emotionsandfeelings community.
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I didn't know that 19th October is breast cancer day