There are certain month-long events that get a lot of people talking. February is both National Heart Month and Black History Month. March is Women's History Month. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Turns out, Breast Cancer Awareness is not the only topic we should be mindful of in October. Take a minute to find out about many important issues - and why they really matter.
A woman born today has about a 1 in 8 chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer at some time during her life, according to the Dr. Susan Love Foundation. But 40% of those cases can be prevented by lifestyle measures such as maintaining a healthy weight, breastfeeding, eating well, exercising, and limiting alcohol consumption. Plus, early detection increases survival rates, so it's important to consult with your doctor about your family history, changes in your breasts and getting mammograms, as needed.
1 in 5 kids struggle with ADHD, learning disabilities and/or dyslexia, according to Understood.org. And because not everyone understands these challenges, they sometimes get ignored or are misinterpreted as a child misbehaving or being lazy. We highly recommend checking out the Through Your Child's Eyes simulation where you can learn firsthand what kids with these issues experience every day. It's also important to note that many adults also struggle with ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Dyslexia, and if they never got help, it's much more difficult to handle later in life.
10 million people per year (20 per second) are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV). That equates to 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men who have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner. Domestic violence affects individuals in every community regardless of age, economic status, sexual orientation, gender, race, religion, or nationality. For more information on understanding this epidemic, as well as things you can do to help, visit the NCADV website.
Tens of thousands of families experience a miscarriage, stillbirth or death of an infant. According to the Star Legacy Foundation, "Promoting awareness of pregnancy and infant loss not only increases the likelihood that grieving families will receive understanding and support, but also results in improved education and prevention efforts which may ultimately reduce the incidence of these tragedies."
Approximately 6,000 babies with Down Syndrome are born in the United States each year, according to the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS). Most people with Down Syndrome have a mild to moderate cognitive disability or intellectual disability but there are many misconceptions that should be corrected. Check out this page on the NDSS website to find out more.
People should be made more aware of mental illnesses and how many people it truly affects.
Breast cancer awareness matters to me as I have several survivors among my family and friends. I encourage everyone to get your yearly mammograms done---early detection is crucial to surviving! Please ask all of the females you know if they have had their exam and stay on them until they do! Please submit my donation to tcancer awareness.
Definitely and always cautious and checking themselves frequently for breast cancer
Love SheSpeaks you have so many awesome chances to enter and win. Thank you!!
Lost my mom to breast cancer, they missed the "red bullet" mark on her chest AND she was not able to stand long enough for mammogram... NONE of her drs told her they do have mammography machines/facilities that accomodate larger breasts, larger patients and wheelchair. Please Please ask for them if needed! :)
mental health awareness!
I'd like women to be aware that if they find any difference when examining thier breasts, they should schedule a mammogram immediately. Don't wait, every minute counts.
I'd love people to know and understand more about ADHD.
I would want the money to go to the learning disabilities awareness.
Breast cancer awareness!
If I won I would want the money to go towards breast cancer awareness
Breast cancer awareness
I want people to be aware of how they react to others, it can keep a problem from escalating.
I would be so thankful to win this package . My mother passed away 08/08/2018 from Cancer and it has really been a struggle without her in my life this past year. She was my mom & my best friend. I miss her terribly. If I was to win this, I would like to put her name with mine on the donation. Thanks #SheSpeaks
I would donate to breast cancer. This is an epidemic that needs to be addressed.