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Hana-me offers free seminars with lectures and hands-on workshops. Master self-exams and dispel myths to empower your health through early breast cancer detection.
Run For The Cure Foundation (RFTC) Japan is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives through breast cancer education, early detection, and compassionate support.
Regular breast self-checks are a simple but powerful way to become familiar with your body and detect potential changes early. While they do not replace professional screenings, establishing a monthly habit helps you recognize what is normal for you so you can notice any unusual developments right away.
Key Topics:
Optimal timing (5–7 days after your period) ; techniques for visual inspection in a mirror and physical checks while standing or lying down ; and identifying “red flags” such as new lumps, skin dimpling, or nipple changes that require medical attention.