www.womanthismonth.com 49 October 2012 | Wellbeing Conquering Breast Cancer The Fight of a Lifetime: No woman wants to receive a breast cancer diagnosis, but hearing the words “breast cancer” doesn’t always mean an end. It can be the beginning of learning how to fight, getting the facts and finding hope. During the month of October, the world is encouraged to consider the life-altering consequences of breast cancer, which affects a scary statistic of one in eight women. It’s a terrifying illness that unfortunately many women fall prey to through no fault of their own, taking mothers, daughters, wives and friends. However, all is not lost. By annually dedicating a month of the year to this type of cancer, women worldwide are made more aware of how they can check for symptoms, receive the correct treatment course and seek the help needed. There are many ways in which doctors claim women can reduce the likelihood of developing breast cancer, just as there are constantly further developments in fighting the disease. And of course the vast support available has shown to be incredibly beneficial to sufferers. In support of these ventures, we have consulted three experts to find out how women can prevent, treat and receive the proper support needed if breast cancer develops.
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