April 7, World Health Day!
April 7 is World Health Day, so we are encouraging you to learn your family health history. Even though you cannot change your genetic makeup, knowing your family health history can help you reduce your risk of developing health problems.
Meet Ilene Iskoe, she has been involved with Susan G. Komen for 19 years with her team, Tradition.
“I became consciously aware of breast cancer when my mother was diagnosed when I was 28. A few of my mother’s sisters were also diagnosed along with a first cousin so I began to get annual mammograms.
Knowing my family history, I became passionate about learning all I could about breast cancer and committed to walking and fundraising.
Fortunately, when I was diagnosed at age 56…I was mentally prepared.”
Learn more about your risk of breast cancer by:
· Gathering health information from your family that can help you learn about your risk of breast cancer. Use our free Family Health History tool to create your family health history in 15 minutes!
o Helpful Links:
§ Family History of Breast, Ovarian or Prostate Cancer
· Talk with your doctor about your family health history. We have some tips and questions to help you talk openly with your doctor.
· Make informed choices — understanding your risk can empower you to take an active role in decision-making. Click here to learn about options for Women at Higher Risk for breast cancer.
Ilene makes raising awareness about breast cancer fun by walking annually with her team, Traditions, a group of family and friends. Her team grows each year, and she loves the chance to connect with everyone!
Ilene’s fundraising tip — “Share your story with everyone…you will be amazed that anyone you talk to has a close friend or family member that has dealt with breast cancer.”
To make a difference and support those affected by breast cancer, register a team for the East or West Pennsylvania MORE THAN PINK Walk — it’s free: komen.org/eastpawalk or komen.org/westpawalk
Join us in-person at Parx Casino in Bensalem, Schenley Park in Pittsburgh, or Walk Where You Are.
