September is all about education — and not just because it’s back to school month. It’s also the official awareness month for three different types of cancer: prostate, thyroid and ovarian. Here’s a snapshot of what national organizations have done to spread more understanding… Prostate cancer: #StepUp, get checked The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) has […]
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September is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, so we caught up with member Iris (Imartinez) to find out what living with this condition is really like. Iris opened up about getting diagnosed at just 28 years old, the challenges of her treatment journey and her passion for riding her motorcycle. For Iris, attitude is everything: “Having
September was an awareness month for three types of cancer – prostate, ovarian and thyroid – and the emphasis fell on early detection, something to keep in mind year round. Man up. Get checked. #manupgetchecked This month, the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) teamed up with boxing legend Evander Holyfield for a PSA. The PCF also
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Do you know why teal is the official color for Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month? It’s an acronym for Take Early Action and Live. This September, we can all do our part to help people understand what it’s like to live with this condition, including spreading awareness and education for early signs and symptoms. In 2014, the American
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