Breast Cancer: Learn About Signs and Symptoms

Breast Cancer: Learn About Signs and Symptoms

Overstrand Municipality

Breast Cancer: Learn About Signs and Symptoms

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. On 25 October 2022, the Hermanus and Mount Pleasant Libraries highlighted their annual awareness campaign by spoiling the residents of SOFCA Frail Care Centre in Hermanus and the Lombardi Care Centre in Mount Pleasant to some music by piano man David Fritz, while they enjoyed their tea and cake at the municipal banqueting hall in Hermanus.

The event started with some words of encouragement by Pastor Gregory Meyer followed by Sr. Marie du Plessis who talked about understanding cancer and the importance of early detection. She stressed the importance of early and proper diagnosis.

You can lower your cancer and health risk by cutting out lifestyle factors that increase your cancer risk. 

Learn to recognise warning signs. Annual medical check-ups and cancer screening appointments can help early detection, as symptoms don’t always present until cancer has spread.

The event was wrapped up by Lara Kirsten who read an excerpt from the book Kanker Schmanker written by Madelein Rust. 

Although cancer can be a very heavy subject, this event was a joyous occasion for all the men and women who have survived cancer. 

There’s a lot you can do, not only to help yourself but also to spread awareness about breast cancer. 

The most common sign of breast cancer is a new lump or mass. A painless lump that is hard and has uneven edges is more likely to be cancer. Some cancers are tender, soft and rounded. You need to have anything unusual checked by a doctor. The signs and symptoms for men and women are the same.

 
Other possible signs of breast cancer can include:

• swelling of all or part of the breast,

• skin irritation or dimpling,

• breast pain,

• redness, scaliness or thickening of the nipple or breast skin,

• a nipple discharge other than breast milk, and

• a lump in the underarm area.  

Image 1
Councillor Elnora Gillion, Mayco Member of Local Economic Development with Christene Pretorius (in pink) and aunty Ann Claasen.
Image 2
Pictured in front of the breast cancer awareness display at the Hermanus Library are Ceejay Swarts, Deidré April, Sr Marie du Plessis and Zintle Ngwendu.
Breast Cancer: Learn About Signs and Symptoms

Overstrand Municipality

In the background, though, a top performer - Overstrand Municipality - labours relentlessly to ensure this treasure trove’s clockwork ticks over smoothly. Providing municipal services to an area exceeding 1708 km2 with a population well in excess of the estimated 74500 souls is no easy feat, as th...

View Profile

What is Xplorio?

Xplorio is your local connection allowing you to find anything and everything about a town.

WATCH THE VIDEO: Welcome to Pringle Bay & Rooi Els!
Read More

Other Articles

Losing Yourself in a Narcissistic Relationship

Losing Yourself in a Narcissistic Relationship

When you're in a narcissistic relationship, your world quietly starts to shrink. 

Robs Simmons Art Exhibition in Pringle Bay, 7 June 2025

Robs Simmons Art Exhibition in Pringle Bay, 7 June 2025

Join us at Chadoka Art & Bicycles for the opening of Gloriously Wild, a vibrant new exhibition by local artist Robs Simmons.

Chadoka Art & Bicycles
Discover the Sweet Side of Pringle Bay at Fynbos Enterprises

Discover the Sweet Side of Pringle Bay at Fynbos Enterprises

In the quiet coastal town of Pringle Bay, there’s a little shop filled with big heart, Fynbos Enterprises.

Fynbos Enterprises
How to Overcome Fear and Reconnect With Your True Self

How to Overcome Fear and Reconnect With Your True Self

When you’ve spent years shaping yourself around someone else’s needs, fears become familiar companions.

Why It’s So Hard to Leave a Narcissist

Why It’s So Hard to Leave a Narcissist

When you're in a relationship with a narcissist, your emotional world slowly starts revolving around their moods.

Your Business Is More Than a Business - It’s Your Classroom

Your Business Is More Than a Business - It’s Your Classroom

Every challenge, delay, or self-doubt isn’t here to break you - It’s here to show you where you still hold limiting beliefs.

See All Articles