October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in South Africa.
Early Detection
- Finding cancer early leads to better treatment and a high survival rate.
- Up to 90% of patients survive for many years when doctors catch the disease early.
- Women should do regular breast self-examinations at home.
- Look and feel for new lumps, bumps, or skin changes.
Getting Screened and Help
- CANSA care centres offer health talks, risk assessments, and counseling.
- Mobile health clinics travel to rural areas for screening.
- Public hospitals provide mammograms if you have a referral from a nurse or doctor