#Pinktober – Start the conversation about breast cancer

When we see trees wrapped in pink, we know that October is close.

Pink ribbons are also a significant trademark of the cancer awareness month. But why pink?

The Pink Ribbon Story by Susan G. Komen states:

“In 1991, pink ribbons were distributed to all breast cancer survivors and participants of the Komen New York City Race for the Cure®. … Today, any generic pink ribbon can be used to represent breast cancer awareness while the Komen “running ribbon” is reserved solely for use by Susan G. Komen for the Cure®.”

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Wikipedia added:

“The pink ribbon is an international symbol of breast cancer awareness. Pink ribbons, and the color pink in general, identify the wearer or promoter with the breast cancer brand and express moral support for women with breast cancer. Pink ribbons are most commonly seen during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.”

It is advised that cancer tests should be done regularly and early symptoms, according to WebMD are:

“As a tumor develops, you may note the following signs: A lump in the breast or underarm that persists after your menstrual cycle. This is often the first apparentsymptom of breast cancer. Lumps associated with breast cancer are usually painless, although some may cause a prickly sensation.”

A medical practitioner should be consulted