HR Learning of the Month: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This month is dedicated to increasing awareness of breast cancer issues, especially
the importance of early detection.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women in America. When breast cancer is detected early and treated promptly, suffering and the risk of death can be significantly reduced. Women are encouraged to ask their doctors and other health care providers about the mammography screening. Mammography (an X-ray picture of the breast) is the single most effective method to detect breast changes that may be cancer, even before physical symptoms can be seen or felt.
As women age, their risk of breast cancer increases. For most women, high-quality mammography screening should begin at age 40. As risk factors vary in everyone, each woman and her doctor should discuss the plan that's right for her.
Early detection is the key. Breast cancer, even early detection, can affect the quality of life of all those impacted. Our caring counselors are here to empower you and help you navigate the physical, social, emotional, and financial changes a diagnosis can bring. Your GuidanceResources program offers counseling, resiliency tools, and interactive support resources that are confidential and available 24/7 for you and your household members.
Contact: Sharon Hill
Oct. 10, 2026