October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in American women according to the American Cancer Society. Leading a healthy lifestyle can help you reduce your risk factors for breast cancer and other illnesses. An early detection plan enables you to be proactive about your health by reminding you to do monthly breast self-exams and schedule clinical breast exams and mammograms.
Interested in getting involved? Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® Series is the world’s largest and most successful education and fundraising event for breast cancer ever created.
The event raises significant funds and awareness for the breast cancer movement. It serves as a celebration of breast cancer survivorship and honors those who have lost their battle with the disease. This weekend, on Saturday October 17th, the Komen Lowcountry Race for the Cure starts at 7 am at Family Circle Stadium on Daniel Island. Sign up for the race and learn more about Susan G. Komen.
Read more about Breast Cancer Awareness Month:
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