October is International Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is also called the "Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Month." October". This is a time when there is a lot of talk about prevention, and the importance of early detection of the disease. This is also a good opportunity to remind ourselves how important it is to take care of one's own health. The symbol of Pink October is a pink ribbon, which reminds us of the need to take care of their health and show support to people struggling with breast cancer.

Cancer breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women. Early detection of the disease gives greater possibilities of effective treatment, so it is worth regularly performing and pay attention to any worrying changes.

As part of the Pink October, it is worth remembering about:

• regular preventive examinations, including mammography in accordance with current recommendations,
• consultation with the doctor of worrying changes within the breasts,
• the use of from available screening programs,
• interviews with loved ones about prevention and the importance of early detection of the disease.

Pink October is an opportunity to show support to people who are ill and their families. That is why a pink ribbon was displayed in front of the Town Hall in Ełk - a symbol of solidarity, support and a reminder of the importance of cancer prevention breasts.

An important event related to Pink October will also be the Women's Run, which will take place in Ełk on October 4, 2026. This is a special day to express solidarity with women fighting breast cancer, while at the same time remind of the importance of prevention and regular examinations.

On days 1-4 October 2010, the building of the Town Hall of Ełk and the District Office in Ełk will be symbolically highlighted in pink.

Let's remember that it is worth taking care of your health all year round, not just in October. No postpone tests for later - take care of yourself now and encourage prevention including their loved ones.