October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, generating awareness of breast cancer and important aspects of symptoms and treatment options.

Breast Cancer Awareness month is every October.

It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and while breast cancer may not cause any symptoms in the early stages, it’s important to perform self exams and mammograms to catch it early.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and if you are due for a mammogram, now is the time to get one.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It’s a diseasae that so many families face around South Texas and across the nation.

This month, you may notice a pink glow driving by the South Texas Medical Center.

To commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Sugar Factory is serving the Think Pink Insane Milkshake.

This mother of two really puts the “active” in “active-duty."

Perry, 29, was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer on March 1. Triple-negative breast cancer is known as one of the most aggressive types of breast cancer because there are fewer treatment options, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “If you’re diagnosed under 40, it’s most likely triple-negative breast cancer. Even now, knowing that it’s gone, but triple-negative (breast cancer) has the highest rate of recurrence,” Perry said. Perry said she hopes her story of survival brings awareness to her type of breast cancer and the need for more research.

According to recent research, the number of people being diagnosed with breast cancer has declined by half during the COVID-19 pandemic. Oncologists said the reason behind it is because fewer people are visiting their health care providers. The good news is many things can still be done to help reduce the risks of breast cancer. Be sure to get tested regardless of your gender:Oncologists say sometimes men ignore the warning signs of breast cancer for too long, and that can be deadly. Look for changes during self-exams:Doctors say even though not all lumps end up being cancer, they still need to be evaluated by a health care professional to rule out any problems.

SAN ANTONIO – How long is too long if you haven’t gotten your mammogram during the coronavirus pandemic? I was due to get a mammogram this spring after being overdue for this two-year regular screening program. I assumed that since there was no history of breast cancer in my family, I didn’t need to be as vigilant. According to new statistics from University Health, there’s been a nearly 89% drop during the pandemic. If you need more information on how, when and where you can get a mammogram appointment today, click here or call 210-358-7020.

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Most believe genes and age are risk factors for cancer, but there are some other lesser known factors. What causes breast cancer? Did you know after not smoking, maintaining a healthy weight is the second most important way to reduce cancer risk? A rash can even mean breast cancer.

Bexar County and San Antonio law enforcement agencies are showing their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing pink patches all month long. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and in support of BCSO survivors, BCSO deputies are authorized to wear pink patches for the month of October. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #Pink Posted by Bexar County Sheriff's Office on Thursday, October 1, 2020BCSO deputies will be wearing the pink patches in support of breast cancer survivors and those currently battling the disease. San Antonio police officers will also be wearing pink patches, and/or a pink undershirt, for the month of October to show their support. RELATED: Celebrate the person in your life who’s battled breast cancer: We want to hear your tributes

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer, and a leading cause of death among women? Studies have suggested that breastfeeding reduces breast cancer risk. “I had brought my hand pump and I just decided to go for it. “It takes a little bit of work with the hand pump, and my legs were very tired.