Today is World Cancer Day, a global moment to raise awareness, honour those affected by cancer, whether personally or as a carer, and remind one another that support, hope, and the strength of our community can make the biggest impact on the life of another.
This year’s theme continues the call to “Close the Care Gap” - a reminder that everyone deserves access to timely screening, quality treatment, and compassionate support. While cancer impacts millions of lives, a powerful part of today is recognising the strength of individuals, families, carers, health professionals, and communities who walk this journey together.
🌱 So here is your wellness check-in for today:
- Be informed: Knowing the signs, symptoms, and screening recommendations for your age group can save lives.
- Be kind to your body: Gentle movement, rest, nourishing foods, and stress‑reducing moments all contribute to wellbeing.
- Be connected: If someone you know is affected by cancer, even a small check‑in message can mean the world.
- Be compassionate to yourself and others: Everyone’s experience is different, and support looks different for everyone too.
Always remember that finding breast cancer early gives you the best chance of effective treatment. Being breast aware at any age means knowing what’s normal for your body, so changes can be noticed sooner. If you're looking for some guidance on how to do this, watch our educational video or send it to someone you know that would benefit who is coming up time for a self-check! Learn how to perform a breast self-check here
So this World Cancer Day, let’s take a moment today to honour resilience, hold space for those navigating cancer, and reaffirm our commitment to a healthier, more equitable future for all. 💜
