CoppaFeel! and the NHS North East London Cancer Alliance team up to encourage you to Check In with yourself and your mates this World Cancer Day. Breast cancer can happen to anyone, at any age.
We’re here to remind you that breast cancer can happen to anyone, no matter your age, gender or ethnicity. Knowing the signs of breast cancer is important, because early detection can be life-saving. If you’re not sure where to start then go to our Self-Checkout tool which gives you a step-by-step guide on what to look out for as you start your chest-checking journey.
Breast Cancer is the most common cancer in females aged 15+
1 in 7 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime
Black & South Asian Women are more likely to be diagnosed at Stage 3 and 4 due to significant health inequities in the UK.
Most women (almost 100%) will survive their cancer for 5 years or more when diagnosed at the earliest stage.
Chest checking simply means getting to know what feels normal for you and your chest. So if you do spot a change you can act quickly and speak to your GP. And… when diagnosed early breast cancer treatments are more effective and survival rates are higher. Early detection can save lives.
Get a free monthly text reminder sent directly to your phone, so you always remember to check your chest!
Be aware of changes that might be signs of breast cancer. Remember that some changes happen naturally if you have a monthly cycle, and can be perfectly normal.
If in doubt, get it checked out.
You can check in any way that feels comfortable for you. In the shower, when you’re lying down in bed or in the mirror before you get dressed.
However you want to check, we have some handy pointers to help.
Breast cancer can affect anyone. Checking your chest could save your life. Join the movement, and ‘Check In’ with yourself!
