Tuesday, October 12, 2010

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Picture from: www.karynpeters.com

Breast cancer is the most common cancer that affects women. Thousands are affected each year by this disease. It can affect anyone - your mother, sister, cousin, aunt, friend, lover, or wife. Women are encouraged to perform self-examinations as early as their 20's and to start mammograms between the ages of 35 and 40. Those with a family history of breast cancer, should start screening 10 years earlier.

The reason for beast cancer awareness month is to remind women that early detection offers a higher chance at survival. Knowledge is power! Stay positive, happy, and fulfilled! Live each day to the fullest. Be grateful for the things that you have and to appreciate those around you.

Here's Livents raising awareness about breast cancer.
To good health, peace, love, and prosperity.