Breast Cancer Foundation NZ
Breast Awareness
Know what’s normal for you
Your breasts can change throughout your life. Knowing how they normally look and feel can help you to notice a change sooner. Most breast changes won’t be cancer. But if it is, finding it early gives you the best chance of successful treatment and survival.
Know your breasts
Regularly check your breasts to know what's normal for you. If you spot a change, get it checked by a doctor!
Mammograms
Find out when you should start having mammograms and why, and whether you can get them for free.
Risk factors
Some people have a higher risk of breast cancer than others. Know your risk and what you need to do.
Look after your breasts at any age
Input your age to find out what you need to do today.
Checked your breasts lately?
Checking your breasts is quick and easy. You don’t need to follow any special steps or check your breasts in one particular way. It’s as easy as TLC: Touch, Look and get changes Checked.
Know the signs of breast cancer
Breast cancer doesn’t always appear as a lump. It can also cause changes to the nipple, skin, size or shape of a breast. Knowing the possible signs can help you notice a change sooner. If anything looks or feels different from what’s normal for you, see a GP.
Real images courtesy of Scottish GovernmentWe’re here to help
If you’ve got questions about your breast health, get in touch.