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Show HILLTOP TIMES 10 TIMES October 14, 2010 4-H is looking for volunteer youth leaders October is Breast Cancer H Awareness Month BY CAPT. CINDY L. CRADDOCK Element Leader, Women's Health Clinic I n the month of October, you may see more women wearing pink ribbons and pink clothing. This is because October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Last year, • the National Breast Cancer Awareness Organization celebrated its 25th anniversary of breast cancer awareness and empowerment for women, but there remains much to be done. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in American women (skin cancer being the most common). It is estimated that about 200,000 cases of invasive breast cancer is diagnosed per year; however, in the past 7 years the breast cancer incidence rate has decreased by about 2 percent and death rates has been decreasing since 1990. These decreases are thought to be a direct result from early detection, improved treatment and increased awareness. Today there are more than 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. Breast cancer strikes about 1 in 8 or approximately 12 percent of women. Simply being a woman is the greatest risk factor; however, it can affect both women and men. Although there is no absolute way to prevent breast cancer, there are some things you can do to help reduce your risks including: limiting your alcohol, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, choosing to breastfeed your children, and avoiding the use of hormone replacement therapy. Besides these few lifestyle modifications, early detection is key! Screening exams, such as a mammagram, are intended to find breast cancer before a person ever feels a lump. This is important because the survival rate of breast cancer can depend on the size of the tumor and how far it has spread. If cancer is diagnosed in the earliest, localized stage, flie five year survival rate is close to 100 percent. Numerous organizations have different screening recommendations for women at the average risk for breast cancer. The U.S Preventive Services Task Force recently updated their guidelines and recommends biennial mammography for women ages 50 to 74. Despite this change, the 75th Medical Group will continue to follow The American Cancer Society guidelines, which recommends women age 40 and older have a mammogram every year and continue to do so for as long as they are in good health. The use of screening mammograms has increased the number of cancers found before a person experiences symptoms — but some breast cancers are not found by mammography. The most common sign of breast cancer is a new lump or mass; these are often painless and firm, but may also be soft and tender. Other possible signs of breast cancer include: skin irritation or dimpling, nipple retraction or discharge or breast pain. If you have any signs or symptoms that might be due to breast cancer, be sure to see your health care provider as soon as possible. All female TriCare beneficiaries older than age 39 are entitled to one mammogram every 12 months. You are not required to pay any portion of the cost of your mammogram, and do not need a referral or prior authorization; simply make your appointment with a network provider. Remember ... next time you see someone wearing the color pink, think breast cancer awareness! ill's Military 4-H Club is currently looking for volunteers to act as leaders for their Outdoor Recreation/Shooting Sports, Garden and Afterschool clubs. Outdoor Recreation/Shooting Sports Club — It is preferred that the Outdoor Rec/Shooting Sports club leader have experience with shooting sports, hunting or outdoor activities. A passion for teaching these skills to youth is also preferred. The leader can choose to make the club strictly a shooting sports club or also incorporate other outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing. 4-H is able to provide curriculum, materials and supplies necessary to run this club. The time commitment for this club depends on the availability of the volunteers and youth. Garden Club — It is preferred that the leader have some experience with gardening, but the 4-H club is also able to provide training and curriculum if needed. The Garden Club will have access to base garden plots in the spring and summer to start their gardens. The time commitment is minimal in the fall and winter and more active during the spring and summer. "This club won't truly get rolling until the springtime, but during the fall and winter months it would be nice to meet a few times indoors to start teaching the students the basics of gardening," said April Danyluk, Military 4-H Club coordinator. Afterschool Club — Leaders for this club will meet with their group at the Youth Center once a week for only three weeks. The leader will teach a specific skill such as cooking, science, fashion and others. Volunteers will be able to pick the topic they feel they are most experienced to teach and 4-H will provide the necessary curriculum, tools and supplies. "It is only a three week commitment for each club, so if you don't have a lot of time to offer, this may be the volunteer position for you," Danyluk said. "All of these volunteer positions are great opportunities to have some fun teaching what you love and to make a positive impact on the lives of our military youth," she added. If you are interested in volunteering to become a 4-H leader here at Hill or would like more information about the Military 4-H Club, please contact April Danyluk, Military 4-H Club coordinator, at (801) 451-3414 or april.danyluk@usu.edu. 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