Here's what you should know for breast cancer awareness month
Dear Readers,
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. If you’ve ever undergone treatment or had to accompany a family member or friend, you may know that many people are impacted by cancer. Many people may also have language barriers while navigating the healthcare scene. Find out how you can be an ally and read about the experience of one woman who went through it.
Sincerely,
Nargis Rahman
Saa Nasta Newsletter
Here are tips on advocating for loved ones in healthcare
According to BreastCancer.com, 1 in 8 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. For people from Bangladeshi backgrounds, that could mean that you, your mom, sister, or someone close can have it. You may be a part of their healing journey - from translating healthcare visits to advocating for them.
Dr. Subha Hanif, a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation resident at Mary Free Bed Rehab Hospital in Grand Rapids, and pharmacist Dr. Janan Sarwar offer tips on how to navigate that world.
Why you need to get tested early for breast cancer
About 80,000 young adults between 20-39 are diagnosed with cancer each year in the U.S. In Hanadi Badaoui found a lump in her breast. Her doctor said it may be benign but she went in for an ultrasound and biopsy just to be sure. That’s when she found out she had 2b cancer.
Badaoui says she wants every woman to know that it’s better to get tested early - even if you don’t have a history of breast cancer in your family. As of now the American College of Radiology recommends getting tested at 40. Programs at the HUDA Clinic offer free or reduced-cost mammograms in Michigan.