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To the Editor,
October has been officially named Breast Cancer Awareness Month. For almost 40, years pink ribbons and pink decor have been seen at local businesses in support of this month.
In women, breast cancer is the second leading cause of death. No matter who you are or where you live, breast cancer may touch your life. One in every eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer.
Currently there is no known cure for breast cancer and its early detection is critical to survival.
Early detection can be found in annual mammograms. Do not worry about the cost, because many health care agencies offer them at no cost. We are in this together and every woman matters.
I have done mammograms yearly. Recently, my last annual mammogram detected cancer. As I write this letter I gazed upon my cancer survivor bracelet. I am celebrating life again. I have been through surgery and treatment. I have hope with the care and treatment I received for my cancer diagnosis.
If you are a breast cancer survivor you are not alone. Feel free to come and join the Breast Cancer Support Group at the Tony Teramana Cancer Center in Steubenville on the first Tuesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. You will enjoy the camaraderie of fellow cancer survivors. You will be given support and encouragement in your cancer journey.
So, the next time you see a pink ribbon it is a reminder to get your mammogram. You need to celebrate another birthday.
You have hope.
Wearing pink with pride.
Yvonne Tuchalski
Weirton