Now go get washed up for dinner. The month of October every year is breast cancer awareness month in the UK 1 in 11 women in Britain will develop breast cancer in her life. 34,500 new cases of breast cancer were diagnosed in Britain in 1991. Breast cancer is the leading cause of death for women aged 35 - 54. Britain has the highest mortality rate for breast cancer in the world.
Breast cancer kills more women in Britain than any other type of cancer.
It is important to know how your body looks and feels. Being breast aware is about knowing the usual shape and feel of your breasts and being able to recognise change. An unusual pain, discomfort or feeling that lasts for more than a few days.