Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Learn how employers can use Breast Cancer Awareness Month to promote awareness of the symptoms of breast cancer and the importance of self-checks and screening.

The value of supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Month at work

Anyone can get breast cancer, including men. Make a habit of self-checking by putting a reminder in your phone or diary.

As an employer, supporting employees affected by breast cancer, whether they have been diagnosed themselves or are caring for someone, goes beyond raising awareness.

By offering the right support, you can help your employees feel valued, cared for, and able to manage their health and wellbeing.

Get your workplace involved in Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Here are some things you can consider doing in your workplace during Breast Cancer Awareness Month:

Wear pink

Pink is the official colour of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You could encourage staff to wear pink to work or incorporate the colour into workplace activities.

Organise an event

Fundraising can be a fun and healthy activity in or outside the workplace. From coffee mornings, sponsored walks or a bake sale, there are lots of ways to take part.

Activities like this can also be good for employee morale and wellbeing.

You can sign up for a fundraiser pack from Breast Cancer Now.

Promote breast screening

Promote breast screening and encourage open conversation about breast health.

If you have employees that have an active role in promoting health in your workplace, they can sign up for a Public Health Wales screening awareness session.

Promoting awareness throughout the year

Taking small steps can help create a workplace where your employees feel knowledgeable, supported and empowered to look after their health.

Here are some things you can do throughout the year:

Raise awareness about early detection

Share clear information on symptoms and self checks.

Encourage open conversations

Create a workplace where talking about health is encouraged and supported.

Share information about campaigns like Breast Cancer Awareness Month through staff communication channels.

Show you care

Make health issues a key part of your workplace wellbeing plans.

Provide access to support

Ensure your employees know where to find trusted advice and help.

More information about breast cancer and Breast Test Wales screening services can be found on the Public Health Wales website.

Find out more

To find out how your workplace can get involved in Breast Cancer Awareness Month and get resources you can use, visit the Breast Cancer Now website.

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