breast cancer awareness month

PrettyLittleThings are launching an inclusive range of mastectomy lingerie

PrettyLittleThings are launching an inclusive range of mastectomy lingerie

October marks the start of Breast Cancer Awareness Month across the world. And to celebrate, PrettyLittleThings have announced that they are launching a collection of post-surgery lingerie with cancer awareness and action charity GIRLvsCANCER Despite thousands of women undergoing surgical treatment for breast cancer each year, too often, women are still left with expensive, clinical, […]

4 years ago

The viral photo that can help women detect early signs of breast cancer

The viral photo that can help women detect early signs of breast cancer

We are nearing the end of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. However, that does not mean we should stop checking our breasts regularly. Or stop encouraging other women to do the same. Understanding what’s normal in your body and becoming aware of any changes early is viral when it comes to detecting early signs of breast […]

5 years ago

Penneys Launches New Collection In Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Penneys Launches New Collection In Support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

A fantastic initiative. In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Penneys have launched its first collection designed especially for those who have undergone breast surgery. The new collection will include leisure, nightwear, underwear and accessories designed with breast cancer treatment in mind. The new collection has been informed by focus groups of cancer patients and […]

5 years ago

Study reveals 6 in 10 Irish women don’t check their breasts regularly

Study reveals 6 in 10 Irish women don’t check their breasts regularly

The survey was carried out ahead of Breast Cancer Awareness month. A new survey by CarePlus Pharmacy has shown that 6 in 10 Irish women do not regularly check their breasts for lumps or abnormalities. The survey, which was carried out on 800 women online, found that 43% said they didn’t check their breasts regularly […]

5 years ago

Breast cancer awareness: the 10 most Googled questions (and answers) about the disease

Breast cancer awareness: the 10 most Googled questions (and answers) about the disease

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month. BCAM is a time for prioritising self-checking, becoming aware of the symptoms of the disease, and listening to the stories of those who have battled it. However, despite the increased coverage that breast cancer awareness has been getting over the past 30 days, people still have a lot of […]

7 years ago