Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 2022 – Wellness Newsletter

Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 2022

Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 2022: October is dedicated to breast cancer awareness. Early detection can lead to effective and positive prognosis.

SA Government: Breast Cancer Awareness Month 2022

Facts about Breast Cancer

Regular self-breast examination and regular mammograms are key to early detection. Mammograms save lives.

• Breast screenings are important as many women have no symptoms at all, and warning signs can vary by individual.
• It is essential to know your family medical history, as breast cancer can run in the female side of a family.

Decrease your Risk

Breast cancer cannot be prevented, but you can decrease your risk by:

• Following a healthy diet,
• Regular exercise,
• Not smoking,
• Reducing your alcohol intake.

CANSA Calendar 2022 – Focus of the Month

What can I do?

Make sure you get checked, and encourage family members to go for routine checks.

Raise awareness in your community though education. Be a “pink warrior” for the month of October and spread hope for those who are living with breast cancer.

How does my medical aid cover me?

Discovery Health Members Executive, Comprehensive, Priority, Saver, Smart and Core plans.

• The member can have a mammogram every 2 years, unless the member is determined to be elevated risk, and then the mammogram is annual.
• A mammogram is paid for from the member’s prevention and screening benefit. Any consultation costs after the screening test are paid for from the available day-to-day benefits.

Discovery Health: Breast Health Foundation partnership turbocharges breast cancer awareness.

KeyCare

Covered on all plans, but the member needs to be referred by the network GP.

• A mammogram is paid for from the prevention and screening benefit.
• The member can have a mammogram every 2 years, unless they are determined to be elevated risk and then the mammogram is annual.

More information: Discovery Health Medical Aid

Unity Health Members: Not covered. The member can have a mammogram using state facilities or pay privately.

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