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Hooray for National BRA Day on October 16! BRA here stands for Breast Reconstruction Awareness, a cause worth celebrating and advocating for. Created in 2011 by a plastic surgeon in Toronto, Canada, National BRA Day aims to educate and empower women to take charge of their post-mastectomy reconstruction options. It's an incredibly important day that highlights the combination of personal health and self-confidence. So, let's raise awareness and reaffirm the right of all women to feel whole again! Absolutely everyone can join in because when it comes to empathy and support, we're all in this together!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National BRA Day Inception</div><div class='timeline-text'>Establishment of National BRA Day by a plastic surgeon in Toronto, Canada aimed at educating women about post-mastectomy reconstruction options.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>US Joins Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>The United States officially recognizes and begins to celebrate National BRA Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Worldwide Participation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Countries around the world start observing National BRA Day, emphasizing the importance of breast reconstruction awareness globally.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Focus on Education & Legislation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The focus of National BRA Day expands to include initiatives aimed at improving legislation and strengthening educational material.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Public Support</div><div class='timeline-text'>Public support for National BRA Day grows significantly, as awareness campaigns reach wider audiences.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, National BRA Day celebrations shift to virtual events, underscoring the resilience of the movement.</div></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Host a BRA Day celebration</h3><p class='facts-text'>Invite friends, family, and community members to a BRA Day party. Use this gathering as an opportunity to speak about breast cancer and reconstruction options available post-mastectomy. You can facilitate discussions, invite speakers, or even just create a supportive environment for survivors and others affected by breast cancer.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Participate in a BRA Day run or walk</h3><p class='facts-text'>Many communities host events such as fun runs or walks on National BRA Day to raise awareness and funds for breast reconstruction research. Join in, or if no such event exists in your area, organize one!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Make a donation</h3><p class='facts-text'>Support women's right to reconstructive surgery by making a donation to a reputable organization with focus on this area. Your contribution could help provide financial assistance for those who cannot afford surgery, fund research, or support educational initiatives.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Spread the word on social media</h3><p class='facts-text'>You can make an impact simply by sharing facts, stories, and statistics about breast cancer and reconstruction post-mastectomy on social media. Use the hashtag #BRADay to join the global conversation and raise visibility for the cause.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Wear pink</h3><p class='facts-text'>Sport the color traditionally associated with breast cancer awareness with your attire on National BRA Day, and explain the meaning behind your choice when asked. This simple act can spark many important conversations about breast cancer and reconstruction rights.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Empowers Women</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National BRA Day is a celebration of the power and resilience of women who have undergone mastectomies. This day encourages them to explore all options available to them and empowers them to make decisions about their bodies with confidence and support.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Promotes Awareness and Education</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>This day raises awareness about a part of breast cancer treatment that is not often talked about - breast reconstruction after mastectomy. It provides a platform for discussion, disseminating important information related to breast reconstruction options, rights and insurance coverage.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Encourages Unity and Support</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National BRA Day reminds us that in the battle against breast cancer, no one is alone. The day promotes solidarity, as everyone comes together to show their support, celebrate survivorship and honor those who have lost their battle with the disease.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>National BRA Day Was First Acknowledged in Canada</h3><p class='facts-content'>Established by the first female plastic surgeon in Toronto, Dr. Mitchell Brown, National BRA Day started in Canada before going global. It was conceived to address the lack of awareness of breast reconstruction choices among women facing mastectomy.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Approximately 1 in 8 Women Develop Invasive Breast Cancer</h3><p class='facts-content'>As states by statistics, roughly 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime, driving home the importance of initiatives like National BRA Day that prioritize awareness and education about post-cancer recovery options.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Only About 23% of Women Know the Wide Range of Breast Reconstruction Options</h3><p class='facts-content'>One of the reasons National BRA Day exists is because many women are unaware of their options. According to a survey, only about a quarter of women are aware of the wide range of breast reconstruction options available to them post-mastectomy.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Breast Reconstruction Has Psychological and Emotional Benefits</h3><p class='facts-content'>Beyond the physical aspect, breast reconstruction can significantly benefit a woman's psychological and emotional wellbeing post-mastectomy, underlining the importance of making all women aware of these options.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Breast Reconstruction Rights are Legally Protected in America</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the United States, the Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act passed in 1998 ensures all women undergoing mastectomy have access to breast reconstruction. National BRA Day helps amplify this knowledge, empowering women with information about their legal rights.</p></div></div>
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