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Breast Cancer Awareness

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National Breast Cancer Awareness month is a great time to promote healthy breast habits such as regular screening and monthly breast self-exam. It is estimated that about 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, and it is the second most common cancer in women– next to skin cancer.

Some common signs and symptoms of breast cancer are a lump in the breast, nipple discharge (not related to normal lactation), and change in shape or size of the breast.

Any questions regarding your breast health, or to discuss any changes that you may have noticed please contact your health care providers for the best advice.


Put it into practice!

The BSE – Breast Self-Exam. Don’t be shy! Regular, monthly breast self-exams can HELP detect early signs of breast cancer.  
< http://ww5.komen.org/Content.aspx?id=5310&terms=self%20breast%20exam>

Attention All Men! Breast cancer isn’t only in women.  Any questions about breast cancer in men? Check out the Susan G. Komen site for Breast Cancer in Men.
< http://ww5.komen.org/BreastCancer/FactsForMen.html>


Materials


Not sure where to begin with your breast self-exam? Check out this easy-to-follow tutorial.
 < http://kidshealth.org/teen/sexual_health/girls/bse.html>

Having trouble understanding breast cancer? Click this link and utilize Susan G. Komen for the Cure Webinar Series.
< http://ww5.komen.org/BreastCancer/UnderstandingBreastCancer.html>

Articles

Mammograms: Questions for the doctor
< http://healthfinder.gov/HealthTopics/Category/doctor-visits/talking-with-the-doctor/mammograms-questions-for-the-doctor>

Susan G. Koman for the Cure: Facts for Life
< http://ww5.komen.org/BreastCancer/FactsForLife.html>


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  • HOME
  • ABOUT
    • EVENTS >
      • Events Near You!
      • Fall Conference >
        • MNA Conference 2013
        • MNA Conference 2014
      • Spring Conferences >
        • ANA Mass Convention 2013
        • MaSNA Career Forum 2014
        • MaSNA Career Forum 2015
      • NSNA Annual Convention >
        • Past Events >
          • Open Meeting October 2016
          • Masna 2015 Career Forum- Boston College
          • Yankee Candle Fundraiser 2014
          • ANA Massachusetts Networking Social 2014
          • MaSNA BOD walks to defeat ALS 2014
          • ANA Massachusetts Fall Conference
          • MNA October Convention 2014
          • MASNA 2014 Career Forum
        • Nashville, TN 2014
        • Phoenix, AZ 2015
        • Dallas, Texas 2017
        • Nashville, TN 2018
    • Purpose of MASNA
    • Board of Directors
    • Bylaws
  • SNA State Chapters
    • Boston Region
    • Central Region
    • Northeast Region
    • Southeast/Cape Region
    • Western Region
  • Outreach Toolkits
    • Heart Health
    • American Diabetes Month
    • Breast Cancer Awareness
    • Immunization Awareness
    • Home Safety
    • Mental Health
    • Diaster Preparedness
  • RESOURCES
    • Scholarships
    • Professional Organizations
    • MaSNA's Career Center >
      • Job Resource
      • Educational Opportunities
      • Summer Opportunities for Nursing Students
    • Trending Healthcare Topics
  • Get Involved
    • NSNA Membership
    • Start School Chapter
    • Join Board of Directors
    • Open meetings/events
    • Fair Share Project
  • VENDORS
  • Newsletter/Blog