October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Many women still associate breast cancer with a death sentence, but in reality early detection of the condition can lead to effective treatment and a positive prognosis.
Breast cancer brings with it emotional trauma as it strikes immediate fear into the hearts of women. Like many other types of cancers, breast cancer affects self-image. Breasts have always been seen as symbolising the femininity of women, and the thought of losing a breast makes most women very uncomfortable.
According to the South African Department of Health, the ignorance of many women of breast cancer has made it crucial to educate the general public about the dangers of this serious disease, particularly the need for regular breast self-examination and regular mammograms. There is a need for information about early detection and the various treatment options available.
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