Breast Cancer Awareness Month an important cause for LVRC
It’s once again a sea of pink for Lockyer Valley Regional Council staff and councillors, who are eager to put an important spotlight on women’s health awareness month under the Pinktober global health campaign.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month, or Pinktober, is an opportunity for staff and councillors to pay tribute to the brave women, and men, who are fighting or have lost their battle with the insidious disease that is breast cancer.
Mayor Milligan said the month of October was all about going pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
“Once again, our team at Council is conducting a range of internal fundraising efforts to support our local cancer support group.
“Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Australian women, with one in seven receiving the diagnosis in their lifetime.
“For some, it’s a repeat diagnosis, and that’s simply not fair.
“This year’s theme is centred on the importance of doing things together, by working together, supporting each other, and ensuring everyone has access to information.
“Together, we really can make a difference.
“So please, be breast aware – if you notice any changes in your body, make an appointment with your GP or book in that mammogram.
“Encourage your girlfriends too. I know we’re all busy but having ‘no time’ really isn’t an excuse when early detection is a lifesaver,” Mayor Milligan said.
Staff will have the option to sport pink throughout the month, donating each time they do so to support efforts to combat the impacts of breast cancer.
“All funds raised will be forwarded directly to the Lockyer Valley Cancer Support Group, to help make a tangible difference right here in the Lockyer Valley.
“The cancer support group assists cancer patients with transport to appointments as well as providing a safe group to chat about the impacts of this disease.”
For more information, visit www.canceraustralia.gov.au.