We’re just over a week out from the start of Breast Cancer Awareness month, and we couldn’t be more excited.
All of us at The Center for Natural Breast Construction are gearing up for the many events and activities that go on to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer treatments.
One of the events we look forward to every year is HBOC Week, which is organized by Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered.
This year, HBOC Week, also known as Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week, is being held September 25 through October 1, 2016. Previvor Day is September 28.
During this week, we recognize and celebrate those who have been affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.
This includes everyone with hereditary breast, ovarian and related cancers, women and men with BRCA mutations, people with a family history of cancer, breast and ovarian cancer survivors, and previvors, who carry a strong predisposition to cancer but have not developed the disease.
When you join in on the celebration during this week, you can make a difference. Here’s how you can help celebrate:
- Join the “For Our Future” Campaign and honor all those with HBOC by raising $250 between now and the end of October.
- Visit TeamFORCE and learn about how you can support fundraising efforts.
- See if you qualify to participate in research.
Millions of people (possibly your sibling, your parent, or best friend) carry an inherited BRCA mutation or have a family history of cancer, but many don’t know about their risk. The goal of HBOC Week is to change that.
Together we can raise awareness and support a great cause.
Discover more about Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer Week and how you can get involved by visiting the website now.
