Breast Cancer Now’s Isle of Man branch is setting up stall in Strand Street, Douglas, on Saturday, to raise awareness about the disease and raise money for research.
The breast cancer awareness stand, part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, will be outside Dealz, which is holding a ‘Wear it Pink’ day.
Julie Clarke, of Onchan, has again added her support to the stand by knitting about 40 teddies and dolls with a pink theme to be sold. The stand will also feature awareness information, cakes and a raffle.
Julie said: ‘I only have a three-month break each year, if that, as I get itchy fingers to start again before Christmas!’
The charity’s chairman, Angie Aire, said: ‘October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and although we should be breast aware at all times this is a good reminder for women and men to check their breasts for any changes.
‘Our charity has a simple message: TLC – Touch, Look, Check – your breasts.
‘If you think something isn’t right, make an appointment with your doctor. Talk to someone – your partner, friend or relative – don’t feel that you are alone.
‘Often it turns out to be nothing but you need it to be assessed by a professional.’
And she urged women aged 50 to 70 to attend their mammogram screenings. Women aged over 70 can self-refer.
Anyone interested in holding a ‘Wear it Pink’ event in October should email Angie on angie.bcnowiom@gmail.com