Breast Cancer Awareness: Why Early Detection Matters Most

Breast cancer awareness: Why early detection matters most

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF)- Every October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and it is crucial for early detection, prevention, and support. The American Cancer Society says breast cancer death rates have declined 44 percent since 1989. That's thanks to improvements in early detection and treatments. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the US. It doesn't just affect one age, it affects all ages and it's important to spread that …

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month

This month, nearly 2,600 women in Canada will hear the words, “You have breast cancer.” That is a terrifying diagnosis to receive. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the goal is to fuel life-saving research that will bring hope when it is needed the most. Like most charitable organizations, large or small, the focus is on fundraising for research and support that is essential to diagnosis, treatment and hopefully recovery.

NPPD supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month

You might notice something a bit different when you see Newport Police Department (NPPD) officers out and about this month.