b'HEALTH CHECKWho Develops Breast Cancer? October is breast cancer awareness month. In this version of the Networkers Health Check, we want to focus on not onlyraisingawarenessbutinformingeveryoneonthe facts, gures, symptoms, and signs of this diseases thatBreast cancer in men is rare with just 400 a\x7fects 1 in 7 women in the UK in their lifetime.new cases in the UK each year, compared to ThisBreastCancerAwarenessMonthnearly5,000around 55,000 new cases in women. people will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Sources of information are taken from two charities, Breast1 in 7 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetimeCancer Now and Cancer Research UK. Links for furtherJust over 10,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer under information and support can be found within this issue.the age of 50 every year in the UK. Of these, around 7,600 women will be in their 40s. In total, around 55,000 women are diagonsed each year in the UKWhat are the Signs andCommon Breast Cancer Signs Symptoms of Breast Cancer?and Symptoms Include: There are many di\x7ferent signs and symptoms of A lump or swelling in the breast, upper chest or armpit. You might feel the lump, but not see it. breast cancer, so regularly checking your breasts for anything di\x7ferent or new is important. Changes in the size or shape of the breast The earlier breast cancer is diagnosed, the better A change in skin texture i.e. puckering or dimpling of the skin8 out of 10 cases of breast cancer are diagnosed the chance of successful treatment. Getting toin women aged 50 and over.knowwhatyourbreastslookandfeellike A change in the colour of the breast - the breast may look red or inamed normally means its easier to spot any unusual changes and check them with your doctor.Rash, crusting or changes to the nippleHow Many People Survive Breast Cancer? Checking your breasts only takes a few minutes. Any unusual discharge from either nipple Everyone will have their own way of touching and looking for changes, but remember to check the Over a third (39%) of women in the UK do not check their breasts regularly for potential signs of whole breast area, including your upper chestbreast cancer.Breast cancer survival is improving and armpits. Theres no special technique andandhasdoubledinthepast40 you dont need training.yearsintheUKduetoa combinationofimprovementsin What can I do to Reduce My Risk of Breast Cancer?treatmentandcare,earlier detection through screening and a Some factors are outside our control, including:focusontargets,includingfaster diagnosis. Almost 9 in 10 (85%) of women survive breast cancer for 5 years or more. Being a woman99% of new cases of breastGetting older80% of breast cancers occur inA family history of breast cancerif you have aAn estimated 600,000 people are cancer are in women.women over the age of 50. Most men who getfamily history of breast cancer, you and somealive in the UK after a diagnosis of breast cancer are over 60.other members of your family may have a higherbreast cancer. This is predicted to than average risk of developing the disease. rise to 1.2 million in 2030.However, there may be some ways you can manage your risk. Everyone can take steps to lower their chances of getting breast cancer by making small healthy changes and living well now, including: Help Raise Funds to Support Breast Cancer Research Keep your eyes peeled for announcements. This month at every major Kelly Group site (Brimsdown, Wembley, Nuneaton, Glasgow & St Helens) we will be hosting bake sales. 100% of all funds raised will be donated to Cancer Research UK to aid the ght against breast cancer. So please join us and enjoy a treat whilst raising money for a disease that aects so many people on a daily basis.Drinking less alcoholMaintaining a healthy weightKeeping physically active. 30 .The Networker Autumn 2023'