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Wear pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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10/07/15 LICKING COUNTY, OHIO – One in eight women in America will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point during their lifetime. The Licking County Health Department’s Screening and Survivor Support (SASS) for Breast Cancer program is fighting hard to reduce this statistic.
This month residents can join the fight against breast cancer with one simple action – wear pink. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and in recognition SASS is encouraging residents to wear pink today, Oct. 7. Once you are geared up to spread awareness about Breast Cancer, post a photo to Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram using #PinkNewark.
Partners, such as the Newark Advocate, are doing their part by turning the paper pink and donating proceeds to SASS to pay for Licking County women’s mammograms. Stained Skin Second Skin is hosting a Tattoos for TaTas event Oct. 23 where locals can get a tattoo and a portion of the proceeds will go towards local women’s mammograms.
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Studies show that mammograms have been associated with a 15 – 20 percent relative reduction in breast cancer mortality. In addition, keeping up with recommended mammogram screening schedules can help detect breast cancer at earlier stages, when the chances of survival are highest.
Wearing pink has an impact. When someone sees pink, it will remind them to start the conversation with their doctor. The Health Department encourages women to talk to their doctor about age appropriate screening recommendations and risk factors for breast cancer.
The Licking County Health Department offers breast cancer screening assistance to eligible women in Licking County through its Breast and Cervical Cancer Project (BCCP) and the SASS for Breast Cancer program. The SASS for Breast Cancer program also provides survivor support to women in Licking County.
However, it is important to know breast cancer affects men and women of all ages and races, and the exact cause of the disease is still uncertain. Maintaining a healthy weight, being physically active, and limiting alcohol intake may help reduce the risk of developing breast cancer.
Women, age 40 and over, and younger women who are at an increased risk of breast cancer or who are experiencing symptoms are encouraged to call (740) 349-6535, option 5, for more information. If you or someone you know needs help paying for a mammogram, has been recently diagnosed with breast cancer, or would like support, please call today.
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“The Licking County Health Department serves more than 160,000 citizens in the Licking County General Health District by preventing disease, protecting the environment and promoting healthy lifestyles with a vision of healthy people living in healthy communities.”
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