Today is the first day of
Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
What does this mean to you?
(1) Statistics. We all know someone (perhaps it is ourself) who has or has had breast cancer. You may want to consider that aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in women. Breast cancer is the number one cause of cancer death in Hispanic women. It is the second most common cause of cancer death in white, black, Asian/Pacific Islander, and American Indian/Alaska Native women.
I am a breast cancer survivor. I am also a Reach for Recovery Volunteer with the American Cancer Society (ACS). I am committed toward helping people educate themselves toward healthy choices. I am committed to prevention and early detection. I recognize that sometimes the benefits of medicines and treatments outweigh the risks. It is important that we all recognize that we have a choice in how we treat our bodies. It is part of the beauty of living in a free country.
(2) Resources. If you google the words, "breast cancer support", you will find that there are many resources available, including the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc. and the American Cancer Society.
(3) Prevention & Early Detection. Can you prevent cancer or reduce your cancer risk? How can you detect cancer early? What are the risk factors for different types of cancer? Concerned about cancer because it runs in your family? Frequently exposed to tobacco or environmental hazards? Just want to stay healthy?
I believe it is important to look at as many options as possible when looking at prevention and early detection. Don't wait for your doctor to suggest options for you. Be pro-active in your quest for information.
(4) Positive Affirmations Toward Health. I believe that our mind and our emotions can influence illness. Therefore, I believe that it is extremely important to focus on positive affirmations when it comes to our health. A few positive affirmation examples are shown below.
- I have the power to control my health.
- I am in control of my health and wellness.
- I have abundant energy, vitality and well-being.
- I am healthy in all aspects of my being.
- I do not fear being unhealthy because I know that I control my own body.
- I am always able to maintain my ideal weight.
- I am filled with energy to do all the daily activities in my life.
- My mind is at peace.
- I love and care for my body and it cares for me.
I'd love to hear back from you. I wish you healthy blessings always!
--- Cheryl
****LINKS
(1) Statistics
(2) Resources
- National Breast Cancer Foundation: http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/About-NBCF/
- American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/lrn/lrn_0.as
(3) Prevention and Early Detection
- ACS: http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/ped_0.asp
- My Shaklee site: http://babyboomerhealth.myshaklee.com/us/en/whynow.html
(Prevention includes healthy nutrition, healthy weight, healthy beauty--what you put on your skin, healthy babies & kids--getting our families started in the right direction, and a healthy home--nontoxic cleaners help keep our environment safe for our families.)
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