Like most countries worldwide, Singapore commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness month every October. Many people take this opportunity to participate in this annual campaign to raise awareness regarding the impact of breast cancer.
Additionally, breast cancer is most common among women; however, some men get diagnosed with breast cancer too. In the US, experts found that 1 out of every 100 people diagnosed with breast cancer is found in males.
In this article, you’ll read:
- A few Things You Must Know About Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- Honour Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Singapore With These Events
Quick Facts About Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. In addition, experts found that there are different kinds of breast cancer, which typically depend on which cells in the breast turn into cancer.
1 in 7 women can be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. With a high number of people diagnosed with breast cancer across the globe, certain groups and organisations then decided to initiate this movement.
When breast cancer is detected early, there is a good chance that it can be cured, especially when appropriate diagnosis and treatments are available.
Meanwhile, medical advancements helped the development of early breast cancer detection. The new blood test that helps determine the early signs of the disease also became available in Singapore.
Why We Commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month started in 1985. The celebration initially introduced a partnership between the American Cancer Society and the pharmaceutical division of Imperial Chemical Industries.
Fortunately, many people from around the world decided to adopt this movement. Moreover, several countries honour the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Dedicated individuals are committed to raising awareness of breast cancer. It is primarily because they notice insufficient knowledge of the causes of breast cancer. They also want to talk about the struggles of breast cancer patients.
By celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month, many people worldwide are becoming aware of it. It helps people extend their knowledge about it, including risk factors and prevention.
Honour Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Singapore With These Events
When celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness in Singapore and other countries, we often see pink ribbon pins. Additionally, areas that plan to honour the movement display anything pink related to emphasise the occasion.
It is entirely normal during this specific month of the year. In truth, we encourage you to join those involved by pinning a pink ribbon to your clothes.
If you want to get more involved, here are some events that you can take part in during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Singapore:
The Pink Ribbon Walk 2022
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The Pink Ribbon Walk 2022 is an event which aims to raise funds for the Breast Cancer foundation. Moreover, the organisation that runs the event supports groups for people diagnosed with breast cancer.
If you’re interested in this Breast Cancer Awareness Month event in Singapore, you have the option of attending in different ways. Those who wish to stay at home can attend their virtual option.
On the other hand, those who plan to participate in person get the chance to receive exclusive goodies from the events. If that also interests you, then go ahead and check it out!
Pink Ribbon Fun Challenge
Date: October 30, 2022
Venue: Bedok Reservoir Park, 760 Bedok Reservoir Rd, Singapore 479245
Pink Ribbon Virtual Walk
Date: October 30 to November 15, 2022
Venue: Online
Free Mammograms Arranged by the Singapore Cancer Society
Mammograms are one of the basic tests that help early detection of breast cancer. It also helps concerned people to confirm if they suffer from the disease or not.
Fortunately for those with tight budgets, Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Singapore features various free mammogram events. This includes the special organised by the Singapore Cancer Society Clinic at Bishan. They offer free mammograms for women aged 50 and above.
Venue: Singapore Cancer Society Clinic, 9 Bishan Pl, #06-05, Junction 8, Singapore 579837
10 SGD Funding Assistance by National University Cancer Institute Singapore
The National University Cancer Institute Singapore currently offers an additional 10 SGD funding assistance for Singapore citizens. They mainly offer it to those aged 50 and above.
If you’re interested, you can register on their site. However, the institute limited the offer to the first 500 registrations.
Date: October 1 to 30, 2022
Venue: National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), Singapore 119074
Mommobus
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The National University Cancer Institute also offers free mammograms with the Mammobus. However, interested participants only get a free session if they are 40 years old or above.
Aside from this, they offer various events related to exercise and anything related to breast cancer. With this, participants get the full experience of honouring the movement.
Date: 29 October and 5 November 2022 | 9 AM to 4 PM
Venue: Jurong Medical Centre, 60 Jurong West Central 3, Singapore 648346
25 SGD Funding Assistance from the Singapore Cancer Society
Singapore Cancer Society offers 25 SGD funding assistance for Singaporean citizens and PRS aged 40 and above. Those eligible get a mammogram screening at any participating breast screening centres.
If you don’t fit the criteria, don’t worry! We listed other institutions on our list that offer free mammograms in other areas. These areas also help you on the steps you need to accomplish depending on the results of your mammogram.
Date: October 1 to November 30, 2022
Venue: Singapore Cancer Society, 48 Pandan Road, L4M, PTC Logistics Hub, Singapore 609289
Breast Cancer Awareness Webinar
This webinar serves as a big collaborative effort of different groups raising awareness for cancer in Singapore. However, this webinar focuses on educating participants on real information surrounding breast cancer.
We encourage you to join this online event if you want to learn about breast cancer from experts. Meanwhile, those diagnosed with the disease can learn more about their type of cancer with this webinar.
Date: October 15, 2022
Venue: Online via Zoom
Fit & Fab with NCIS
You can still participate in the events even if you are in the comfort of your home. Don’t be afraid to honour Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Singapore in the comfort of your home.
With that said, you can attend free virtual workouts with NCIS’s Fit & Fab. The offering also aims to promote the movement while encouraging a healthy lifestyle.
Date: October 5 to 28, 2022
Venue: Online via Zoom
