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Global Breast Cancer Screening Resources

by Lucy Andrews, AWAquitaine

 

These trusted organizations provide up-to-date breast cancer screening, prevention, and awareness resources for FAWCO members worldwide. Share these links with your club, community partners, and local health providers.

 

Region

Organization / Resource

Website

Global

WHO Global Breast Cancer Initiative

The Global Breast Cancer Initiative

Global

IARC / WHO Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN)

Global Cancer Observatory

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Think Pink, Act Globally: Early Detection Is Changing the Story – Globally

by Lucy Andrews, AWAquitaine

 

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women worldwide. Survival has climbed where awareness, screening and treatment are accessible. Here’s what FAWCO members across 60+ clubs can do this October.

“Early detection saves lives – no matter your country or postcode.”

“Equity matters: closing gaps in access turns awareness into survival.”

 

The...

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My Personal Story: Surgery Experience 1 of 2: In a Dutch Hospital – Finding Strength (Sterkte)

by Mary Ellen Brennan, former member of AWC The Hague

 

health personal storyAlthough I had not had frequent attacks, there were clues that something was wrong with my gallbladder. The diagnosis was made by my primary care doctor, or huisarts, where most medical care in the Netherlands begins. After confirming gallstones were present using the ultrasound machine in his office, he referred...

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My Personal Story: Surgery Experience 2 of 2: In a Portuguese Hospital – Another Country

by Mary Ellen Brennan, former member of AWC The Hague

 

health personal storyA year and a half after open gallbladder surgery, I developed an incisional hernia.  

Portugal has both a public and a private healthcare system. Residents can purchase private insurance to utilize the private hospitals and doctors, a better option except for emergencies. I saw a surgeon at the local...

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Health: An A–Z Guide

by Tharien van Eck, AWC Antwerp and Health Team Co-Chair

 

Have you ever thought of looking at your health in an A–Z guide? Here are 26 tips to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

health atozA – Activity

Move, move, move…and add a little strength training. Aim to do this every day! Aim for a mix of cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility...

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Uterine Fibroids in Nigeria: Prevalence, Challenges and Management

by Boluwatife Ogunjumelo, AIWCC Cologne

 

Uterine fibroids, medically known as leiomyomas, are benign tumours that develop from the smooth muscle tissue of the uterus. These are the most common non-cancerous growths affecting women of reproductive age worldwide, but in Nigeria they have become a significant health issue. With a high prevalence rate, severe symptoms, and challenges in diagnosis and treatment, fibroids...

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