Title:
Breast cancer is forever
Author:
Belinda Bantham
Published:
North-West University News, 20 October 2020
From the article:
The month of October marks breast cancer awareness month – also known as Pinktober. This is an annual campaign to increase awareness of this dreaded and dark disease – ironically, at the time of the year when most trees here are blossoming and beautifully covered in pink. Cancer is often a very lonely and emotional battle to fight, but it does not have to be. There is hope and support out there – you just need to reach out.
According to the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA), their mission is to offer a unique, integrated service to the public and to all people affected by cancer. The association says both breast and cervical cancer have been identified as a national priority, with increasing incidences occurring.