October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

At Jim Hudson Toyota, we deeply believe in the importance of serving our community. We’re proud to support organizations like the Special Olympics, Meals on Wheels, and the American Red Cross in their efforts to make the world a better place. You can read more about our charity work here.

According to the Center for Disease Control, 255,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, and 42,000 women die as a result of the disease. That’s why the American Cancer Society established National Breast Cancer Awareness Month in 1985, as a way to raise awareness of the disease and fund efforts towards treating and eradicating it around the world.

If you’re wondering, “When is Breast Cancer Awareness Month?”, in the United States it’s observed every October. Almost everyone in the Columbia area knows someone who has battled breast cancer, whether it’s a family member, an acquaintance, or a friend of a friend. 

That’s why Jim Hudson Toyota is committed to honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout all of October. If you stop by our dealership and see a team member wearing a pink ribbon – this month’s official symbol – feel free to ask us any questions you may have.

How to Get Involved

Community engagement is a key component of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There are a lot of elements to treating and preventing breast cancer, from improving preventive screening access to providing widespread treatment in all communities. These may sound like intimidatingly big goals, but there are plenty of small ways that people can contribute. 

The biggest thing you can do is donate. Breast cancer research is a wide-reaching endeavor, and especially in the age of COVID-19, community support is more important than ever. Host virtual (or safe, in-person) fundraisers, find charities and organizations to donate to, or commit to supporting your favorite NFL team throughout October. If you aren’t able to donate, you can commit to raising awareness – wear a Breast Cancer Awareness ribbon or share important resources on social media.

Important Resources for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Here are some of the most important organizations fighting breast cancer and advancing prevention and treatment of the disease. These resources have further information about community involvement, breast cancer prevention screenings, and treatment.

• Breast Cancer Now: A research and care charity.
• NFL Crucial Catch: Dedicated to raising awareness of cancer during October.
• American Cancer Society: Information on prevention, treatment, and research.
• Susan G. Komen Foundation: The nation’s largest breast cancer awareness foundation.

For more information or if you have any questions, feel free to contact our office anytime. You can also find out more about our causes and commitments on our About Us page.