• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. commemorates the life of Soror Hattie McDaniel. Sigma Gamma Rho has selected October 2010 as Hattie McDaniel Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Help us honor her legacy on Unity Pink Ribbon Day, October 26, 2010. Take charge of your own health; schedule your mammogram on National Mammography Day, October 16, 2010.

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    Fifty-eight years ago Sigma Gamma Rho lost one of her premier members, Hattie McDaniel, to breast cancer at the age of 57. In honor of her memory and contributions to society, the over 90,000 members of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority are committed to raising awareness of breast cancer prevention and treatment through workshops and partnerships.

    Why is this important?
    Many factors are linked to breast cancer risk. Some of these factors affect risk a great deal and others by only a small amount. Some risk factors you can’t change. Simply being a woman and getting older increase your chances of getting breast cancer. Other factors you may be able to change. For instance, leading a healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk of breast cancer. Getting regular screening tests increases the chances that if you do develop breast cancer it will be found early when it’s most treatable.

     


  • How can you make a difference?

    		        

    How can you support?


    -Visit Project Reassurance website for resources and information.
    -Download the informational brochure.
    -Take the National Cancer Institute Survey to determine your risk factors.
    -Research your family history of cancer.
    -View this video to learn how to do yourself breast exam: http://www.healthcentral.com/breast-cancer/tests-32965-47.html
    -Schedule your screening for October 16, 2010, National Mammography Day!

     

     

     



    		  

    -Unity Pink Ribbon Day is October 26, 2010. All Sorors, Philos, Rhoers, and Friends are encouraged to wear pink ribbons and your Sigma pin (for members and affiliates).
    -All chapters take 7 minutes in October’s meeting to discuss awareness, self-examination, and annual check-ups
    -Partner with your local cancer society or association and distribute breast cancer information
    -Include information on female and male breast cancer awareness

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    The other Health Awareness Message is National Drive Safely Work Week. Read more about the program on the 2010 Health Awareness flyer above. The Driver Pledge Card can then be downloaded to support the program.