It's Octobra!

1 in 8 women globally will develop breast cancer over her lifetime. To join the #notmy8 challenge:

1. Schedule a mammogram.

2. Challenge 8 of your friends to do the same.

3. Create a social media post with a photo or video of your bra hanging anywhere, to show the world you have accepted the challenge.

4. Tag 8 of your friends and post to social media with the hashtag #notmy8.

Importance of early detection

Breast Screen Australia recommends

1. Women ages 40-49

   You can speak to your GP about whether breast screening is right for you, breast screening is less effective for women in your age group.

2. Women between 50-74

   a mammogram once every two years.

3.  Women 75+

   Screening should continue every other year as long as a woman is in good health and is expected to live 10 more years or longer.