October has arrived, but this month is about more than just pumpkins, apple picking, and Halloween. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There are so many ways that you can participate in this awareness-raising campaign – here are some ways that you can rock Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

Educate Yourself and Others

Has breast cancer affected you or someone you love? Spreading the word about breast cancer is one of the purposes of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Maybe you want to reach out to your family and friends with your personal story of why you want them to be aware of breast cancer and proper screenings. Social media is a powerful tool – consider spreading important messages about breast cancer with your social media networks this month.

Get Checked

Early detection saves lives. Now is the perfect time to schedule your mammogram, and to remind friends and family to schedule theirs, too. It’s also a great idea to remind yourself of how and when to do breast self-examinations.

Fundraise

October is the perfect time to participate in a fund raiser for breast cancer research. Consider teaming up with some of your friends and participating in a fundraising walk or race. Look for local fundraising events that you can contribute to. You can even check for online fundraising events that you can help raise money for.

When you find a fundraising event that seems right for you, take a little time to research which organization receives the money raised by the event. You’ll want to find an event which benefits an organization that you personally support.

Be Proud to Be Pink

Whether headed out to a breast cancer fundraising walk or getting ready to run some errands, pink is all the rage this month. Pink breast cancer pins and ribbons are great ways to raise awareness of this cancer.

In addition to traditional breast cancer awareness materials, be sure to check out this pink medical equipment offered by Med Mart.

The Medline Posh Pink Zebra Rollator provides excellent stability while its brilliant pink and zebra print design are sure to turn heads.

The Golden Buzzaround XL 4-Wheel is a power scooter which comes in a variety of colors, including pink.

The Invacare Custom Wheelchair allows you to truly customize your wheelchair’s style and design – you can even express your individual style with a pink frame.

The Nova SugarCane provides you with great stability and maneuverability. It comes in many different colors, including pink.

Your purchase of the Medline Generation Pink Pearl Nitrile Exam Gloves helps to support Medline’s annual commitment to the National Breast Cancer Foundation.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month was created to spread awareness of this common and dangerous cancer. How will you choose to rock Breast Cancer Awareness Month?