1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. In 2024, an estimated 310,720 women and 2,800 men will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. Chances are, you know at least one person who has been personally affected by breast cancer. 

But there is hope. When caught in its earliest, localized stages, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Advances in early detection and treatment methods have significantly increased breast cancer survival rates in recent years, and there are currently over 4 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. 

Awareness of the facts and statistics surrounding breast cancer in the United States is key in empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health. (Source: nationalbreastcancer.org)

Links below for info, events & more about Breast Cancer Awareness

Places for Information about BreastCancer Awareness.

1. https://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/breast-cancer-awareness-month/
2. https://breastcancernow.org/get-involved/breast-cancer-awareness-month/
3. https://www.prettyinpinkfoundation.org/

Cancer Treatment centers.

1. https://www.carolinaeastcancercenter.com/
2. https://www.cravencountync.gov/314/Adult-Health
3. https://ebccp.cancercontrol.cancer.gov/programDetails.do?programId=566594
4. https://www.ecuhealth.org/services/cancer/breast-cancer/

Events for Breast Cancer Awareness

1. https://www.carolinaeasthealth.com/calendar/events/breast-cancer-screening/?calendardate=20211016090000
2. https://ridefortheribbonnc.com/
3. https://www.facebook.com/CSOENC/
4. https://www.eventbrite.com/d/nc–raleigh/breast-cancer/