October 18 is World Breast Cancer Awareness Day, a globally  recognized and highly significant event celebrated in diverse ways. The main goal of this day is to raise awareness of breast cancer, a disease that affects millions of women worldwide. Awareness can be raised by educating the public about risk factors, symptoms and the importance of screening and early detection. World Breast Cancer Awareness Day also provides a platform for breast cancer survivors, their families and advocates to share their experiences, raise funds for research and promote support networks. With this in mind, the ISNCC urges oncology nurses worldwide to take action to promote breast health and facilitate early diagnosis and treatment through education, advocacy and support.

To promote the contributions of nurses to cancer care and control worldwide, we encourage all oncology nurses to submit a short report (no longer than 500 words) about your Breast Cancer Awareness Day activities, such as public education campaigns, Wear it Pink initiatives, fundraising events and media collaborations, along with photos. Outstanding activities will be featured on the ISNCC’s blog and social media accounts to highlight the role and value of nurses in cancer prevention and treatment. Please submit your report and activity photos to the following email address: info@isncc.org (Subject: Breast Cancer Awareness Day activities). The deadline for submissions is October 31, 2024.

Let's make a difference on Breast Cancer Awareness Day! We look forward to seeing your amazing work in different countries and regions across the globe!