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The Truth About Breast Cancer

We dismantle the culture of silence by replacing dangerous folklore with life-saving medical facts. Knowledge is power, and early detection saves lives.

The Dangerous Myths

Myth: Cancer is caused by witchcraft or spiritual attacks.

This belief leads many to hide their illness or seek harmful traditional remedies, delaying real treatment until it is too late.

Myth: A painless lump is harmless.

If a lump doesn't hurt, many women ignore it. However, most cancerous tumors are painless in the early stages.

Myth: A cancer diagnosis is a death sentence.

This fear causes despair and prevents women from seeking medical advice, resulting in late-stage diagnosis.

The Life-Saving Facts

Fact: Breast cancer is a medical condition.

It is caused by the uncontrolled growth of breast cells. It is treatable through medical interventions like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation.

Fact: Early detection dramatically increases survival rates.

When detected early, before it spreads, breast cancer has a high survival rate.Your self-exam can save your life!

Fact: Many women survive and thrive after treatment.

The stigma is wrong. You can be cured. BBCSI is here to help you get timely and affordable care.

Frequently Asked Questions

We strongly recommend performing a Breast Self-Exam (BSE) monthly.

Get a clinical breast exam every 1–3 years.

Perform the exam a few days after your period ends, when your breasts are least swollen or tender. If you are past menopause, choose the same day each month and schedule a mammogram every year if available.

Download our step-by-step BSE Guide →

For women in Benue State, we advise the following:

  • Age 20+: Begin monthly Breast Self-Exams (BSE).
  • Age 40+: Discuss regular Mammogram screening with your doctor, if the service is accessible to you.

If you have a strong family history of breast cancer, please speak to a doctor sooner.

Do NOT panic, and do NOT delay!

  1. Contact BBCSI: Reach out to our support email at Benuecancergroup@gmail.com for guidance and immediate emotional support.
  2. See a Doctor: Make an appointment to visit a primary health facility or specialist immediately for a proper diagnosis.
  3. Bring a Loved One: Take a trusted family member or friend with you.

Remember: Finding a lump does not always mean cancer, but only a doctor can confirm it.

No, Early detection saves lives. When found early, breast cancer is highly treatable and many women live long, healthy lives.

We are here to help. We provide support groups, awareness education, school and church outreach, and long-term treatment loans for members undergoing care.

The Real Numbers Matter.

Disparity in Mortality

Black women have a 38% higher mortality rate from breast cancer compared to white women in the United States, a disparity often linked to late-stage diagnosis and barriers to access. Our work is aimed at closing this gap in Benue State.

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