Get Educated This National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

How are you celebrating National Breast Cancer Awareness Month?

Across the nation, October is dedicated to breast cancer awareness. This cancer takes thousands of women’s lives every year, and countless women continue to struggle and fight the disease. October marks the month for women to get educated, for communities and individuals to support those with breast cancer, and for awareness to be raised in order to tackle breast cancer.

Here are some little-known facts about breast cancer in the States:

• One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.
• It is the second leading cause of cancer death among women.
• Each year it is estimated that over 252,710 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,500 will die.
• Even though breast cancer is rare in men, it is estimated that 2,470 will be diagnosed with breast cancer and around 460 will die each year.
• Over 3.3 million breast cancer survivors are alive in the United States today.

To help you and your loved ones stay safe, check out these strategies for preventing breast cancer:

• Reduce animal protein. Consuming high amounts of meat and dairy products raises blood levels of insulin-like growth factor one (IGF-1). Elevated levels of IGF-1 have been associated with increased breast cancer risk in many studies.
• Stay active. Research found that women with high levels of physical activity reduce their risk of breast cancer by 25 percent. Maintaining a healthy weight is also important, since 17 percent of breast cancer cases have attributed to obesity alone.
• Avoid alcohol. Studies found that alcohol increases the risk of breast cancer, typically around 15 percent. In breast cancer survivors, drinking 3 or 4 alcoholic beverages per week could increase the risk of recurrence by 34 percent.
• Add a whole grain. Whole grains contain high amounts of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and compounds only found in plant-based foods. 

As you take the time to protect your health, think about those who are without. You can get active this month by fundraising for breast cancer charities, participate in runs and walks for the cause, and help spread the message through social media!

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