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Stall Talk: Breast Cancer Awareness

The document discusses various myths and facts about breast cancer risk factors. It states that while the risk increases with age, breast cancer can occur in all individuals, and most women who get it do not have a family history of the disease. It also notes that while rare, breast cancer can affect men as well, with around 2,240 new male cases expected in 2013. Additionally, it provides some statistics on breast cancer in the US, such as about 1 in 8 women developing invasive breast cancer in their lifetime.

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Stall Talk: Breast Cancer Awareness

The document discusses various myths and facts about breast cancer risk factors. It states that while the risk increases with age, breast cancer can occur in all individuals, and most women who get it do not have a family history of the disease. It also notes that while rare, breast cancer can affect men as well, with around 2,240 new male cases expected in 2013. Additionally, it provides some statistics on breast cancer in the US, such as about 1 in 8 women developing invasive breast cancer in their lifetime.

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BREAST CANCER RISK FACTORS: MYTH OR FACT?


Myth: Breast cancer occurs only in older women Fact: Although the risk increases as you get older, all individuals are at risk of getting breast cancer. Myth: Women with a history of breast cancer typically get breast cancer. Fact: Most women who get breast cancer have no family history of disease. Although, a person whose mother, sister, or daughter had breast cancer has an increased risk. Myth: Men cannot get breast cancer. Fact: Breast cancer in men is rare, but it can occur. According to Susan G. Komen, there will be roughly 2,240 new cases of male breast cancer in 2013.

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MONSTER MASH HALLOWEEN BASH
Date: Thursday, October 24 Time: 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM Location: Perry Field House

Enjoy a scary night at the Perry Field House, equipped with FREE food, a live DJ, a photo booth, FREE massage therapy, prizes, and giveaways. Zumba sessions are offered at 10:30 PM and 11:30 PM. Prizes are given for individual, group and couple costumes! For More Information: Wellness Connection 419.372.9355 [email protected]

BREAST CANCER STATISTICS


About 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime. Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer and is the second leading cause of death in women. An estimated 232,340 new cases of invasive breast cancer will occur among U.S. women in 2013. About 410 men will die from a breast cancer in 2013.
*Statistics adapted from Susan G. Komen For the Cure.

NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ALCOHOL AWARENESS EVENTS


Below are some events taking place during National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week.

Mock Sobriety with BGSU Police and SWN Date: Monday, October 21 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Student Union tables Stop by the Student Union Tables to see if you have what it takes to pass a sobriety test given by a BGSU Police Ofcer! Also, learn information about not driving drunk. What is Intoxication? Date: Tuesday, October 22 Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Student Union tables Participate in activities that test your knowledge of BAC and tolerance. Attendees also learn about smartphone apps that help raise awareness of personal impairment levels. I Have a Choice Event Date: Wednesday, October 23 Time: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM Location: Perry Field House, hosted by Delta Zeta Sorority Enjoy a relaxing evening featuring a live DJ, root beer pong, corn hole and playing card tournaments. Participants have the chance to win rafe prizes!

The greatest wealth, is health. -Virgil


MASSAGE THERAPY AVAILABLE
Did you know that the Department of Recreation and Wellness offers massage therapy to students, faculty, and staff? Appointments with Rebecca Walls, LMT, are available on Mondays from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. For More Information and Appointment Information: Wellness Connection 419.372.9355 bgsu.edu/ofces/sa/recwell/wellness/page133973.htm

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Date: Tuesday, October 29 Time: 8:00 PM Location: Perry Field House Cost: $80 per team Participate in the annual co-ed dodgeball tournament in effort to raise testicular cancer awareness. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. For More Information: Wellness Connection 419.372.9355 [email protected]

A WELLNESS CONNECTION PUBLICATION


130 Perry Field House www.bgsu.edu/recwell [email protected] 419.372.WELL (9355)

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