Breast Cancer Awareness Month

This October, we invite you to support our journey of raising awareness for Breast Cancer. With every purchase from our Hegen e-store, 10% of the proceeds will go towards the Singapore Breast Cancer Foundation.

Join us in making a difference today! 💖

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Did You Know?

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    🎯 1 in 13 women in Singapore

    is likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime.

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    🧬 90% of women in Singapore with breast cancer

    have no known family history, so early detection matters for everyone.

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    📅 Most women diagnosed are between age 40 to 59

    but younger cases such as those below the age of 40 are rising.

    Breast cancer for women under the age of 40 account for 1 in 6 cases of breast cancer diagnosed. It is also associated with more aggressive biology being enriched for triple-negative, HER2-positive and luminal B subtypes.

    For those below 40, monthly breast self-examination is recommended to check for anomalies. Early detection and referral to your General Practitioner for assessment and treatment can improve survival outcomes.

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    👟 Healthy lifestyle habits

    like exercise, limiting alcohol, and yes, breastfeeding, can all help reduce risk of breast cancer.

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Breastfeeding & Breast Cancer

💪 Even expressing milk (pumping!) offers similar protective effects, every drop counts not just to nourish your little one but also to prevent breast cancer.

So if you’re breastfeeding, or even thinking about it, know this, you’re doing something incredible for your child AND yourself.

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Early Detection & Self-examination is key

Join the Movement: Breast Health is Self-Love

    Get regular breast screenings

    For those between 20 to 39, you should conduct a breast self-examination once each month. Additionally, for those who are aged 40+, you should undergo a mammogram screening every year (register for BCF’s Community Mammobus Programme today)

    Early detection = higher chance of survival!

    Breastfeed, even for a few months

    It is postulated that breastfeeding reduces the ovulatory cycle. This reduces a woman’s lifetime exposure to hormones that are linked to an increased risk of breast cancer. Each month adds to long-term protection against breast cancer!

    Share these facts with a friend

    Awareness creates a ripple effect amongst your social circle!

    Hegen x Singapore Breast Cancer Foundation

    For the month of October, Hegen will be contributing 10% of all proceeds from our Hegen e-store to our partner, the Singapore Breast Cancer Foundation - so join our cause and support BCF today!

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    About Singapore Breast Cancer Foundation

    Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF) is a social service agency in Singapore that aims to promote early detection of breast cancer and support the breast cancer community. Established in 1997, BCF raises breast cancer awareness through talks, outreach events, research, and publications. It also provides psychosocial programs such as Healing Through the Arts (HTTA), support groups, and befriending activities for those affected by breast cancer.

    Subsidies are available to women with low income for prostheses and bras through its Positive Image and Appearance Scheme, and it runs a complimentary wig loan program. BCF is a non-profit organisation and a registered Charity with the Commissioner of Charities in Singapore and depends on public donations to provide quality services and programs. The organisation also runs satellite Breast Cancer Support Centres @ Khoo Teck Puat Hospital and Woodlands Health, with plans to establish more in the near future.

    For updates on BCF’s latest work and initiatives, visit https://www.bcf.org.sg and follow BCF on: