12/10/2026
Breast cancer starts when cells in the breast grow out of control. Although it mainly affects women, men can develop it too. With this in mind, make healthy choices, get to know your breasts, and talk to a healthcare professional if you notice any new changes.
𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸
There is no guaranteed way to prevent breast cancer. However, these steps can help lower your risk:
• Stay active and maintain a healthy weight, especially after menopause. Aim for 150–300 minutes of moderate activity each week, such as brisk walking.
• Avoid alcohol; even small amounts can increase risk. Breastfeeding, if possible and desired, may also lower risk.
• Discuss the benefits and risks of hormone treatment with your clinician. Share your family cancer history; higher risk may warrant genetic counseling or preventive medicines.
𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
Know how your breasts normally look and feel. Conduct self-exams. Notice changes in the breasts, ni***es, and underarms. Look and feel for changes. Watch for a new lump or thickening, skin dimpling, swelling, a change in shape, a newly pulled-in ni**le, or ni**le discharge other than breast milk, especially blood.
Get changes checked promptly. Also report new redness, flaky skin, or persistent pain. Most breast lumps are not cancer, but a clinician should assess new changes—even after a recent normal mammogram.
Keep a screening plan. Self-exams do not replace mammograms and have not been shown to reduce breast cancer deaths. Ask your clinician when to start mammograms and how often to have them, based on your age, risk, and local guidance.
In support of breast cancer awareness, JOHSPA encourages you to take charge of your breast health by staying informed, recognising changes early, and seeking medical advice when needed. Share this message, encourage your loved ones to get informed, and help spread breast cancer awareness.
