Coastal Voices is intended to inform Indians and to help us find each other for encouragement and support. We hope you enjoy this newsletter and will consider getting involved in its publication. Marshall Way, TerriLynn Caine, Leonard Begay, Matthew Ignacio, Sylvia Castillo, Huntington Yeo, Laurie Jervis, Su Wyatt. By Halloween, some spots in our country may have lots of rain or even snow, while here in the Santa Barbara area it might still be sunny and warm. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Breast cancer occurs primarily in females but is also common enough in men.
Men infrequently have breast augmentation, but often need reduction or mastectomy. We are currently engaged in extensive outreach activities in the Native American community in the Santa Barbara area. Incorporating breast cancer education in our operation is economical, efficient, and logical. We especially wish to reach through the barrier of cultural differences unique to the American Indian regarding breast cancer prevention and screening. Breast self-examination is reportedly the single most effective early detection measure when performed in conjunction with regular annual clinical examination and mammography.