Breast Cancer Awareness Month - step challenge!

As part of our Big Health and Wellbeing Team Talk which includes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we'll be sharing information and advice to help support your health and wellbeing. 

• Step Challenge

Did you know?

New studies show around 30% of breast cancer cases can be prevented. By making small changes to your lifestyle, such as staying active and eating a healthy diet, you can significantly reduce your risk of breast cancer.

Take up the challenge!

Can you walk 300,000 steps in October? If so, contact the health and wellbeing team at the end of the month, with evidence from your smartwatch or smartphone, and you'll be enteredt into a free prize draw!

Why not join one of our wellbeing walks to help towards your step count? Our first Wellbeing Walking Group will head out at 12noon on Tuesday 4 October for a 20 minute lunchtime walk, meeting outside the staff fitness centre at SRH.

• Check your boobs!

Did you know that 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer at some stage in their life?

Healthy breasts come in all shapes, sizes, and densities. But it’s important to recognise when something’s not right. Checking your breasts for any unusual changes can help discover breast cancer early.

When was the last time you check your breasts? Watch this video to learn how to check your breasts and recognise when something isn’t right.