OWC Health Awareness Series: Breast Cancer Awareness and Action

OWC Health Awareness Series: Breast Cancer Awareness

We join millions around the world in recognising Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a crucial opportunity to remind staff and employers alike that early detection saves lives.

Each October, the world turns pink – ribbons, landmarks, and workplaces unite to raise awareness for one of the most recognized and important global health movements.

The pink ribbon has become a universal symbol of hope, strength, and solidarity. For schools and global employers, this month is an opportunity to encourage employees to take action and ensure their health benefits support preventive care.

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Understanding the Impact

• Most common cancer in women: Breast cancer remains the leading cancer among women worldwide.
• 1 in 8 women will face a diagnosis in their lifetime.
• Early detection saves lives: More than 90% of women survive early-stage breast cancer.
• Screening disparities: For staff working internationally, access to reliable screening can vary – making employer-led awareness efforts even more vital.
• Preventive care reduces costs: Detecting breast cancer early leads to less invasive treatment, faster recovery, and significantly lower long-term healthcare costs.

💡 Did you know? The global pink ribbon campaign – launched more than 30 years ago – has become one of the most successful health awareness movements in history. Studies show it’s helped drive major increases in public awareness and early screening behaviour, especially during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

However, while awareness has improved dramatically, experts note that lasting reductions in late-stage diagnoses and mortality depend not just on awareness, but also on access to affordable screening and treatment. Awareness is powerful – but it’s only the first step toward saving lives.

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What You Can Do

• Know the signs: Encourage regular self-checks and awareness of symptoms such as lumps, changes in breast shape, or unusual discharge.
• Get screened: Clinical breast exams and mammograms remain the most effective tools for early detection. Most women should begin regular screening in their 40s – earlier if there’s a family history or genetic risk.
• Stay proactive: Healthy lifestyle choices, such as maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, and limiting alcohol, can also help lower risk.

READ MORE >> Do Your International Health Insurance Plan Cover Mammograms as Standard?

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How Employers Can Support and Amplify Awareness

For business leaders, breast cancer awareness offers a simple but powerful way to show genuine care for your team. Even small initiatives can make a lasting impact:

• On-campus or workplace screenings: Partner with local hospitals or clinics to arrange mammograms or awareness talks.
• Promote awareness: Use internal newsletters, posters, and staff portals to remind employees about available screenings or insurance benefits.
• Insurance literacy: Make sure employees understand what’s covered. Many international health insurance plans include preventative screenings such as mammograms – but staff may not realise it.
• Create space: Offer flexible scheduling or wellness leave so employees can attend screenings without stress.

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Resources: Employee Toolkits/Educational Materials

American Cancer Society Breast Cancer Awareness Toolkit 2025 >>

National Breast Cancer Foundation Free Educational Guides >>

Susan G. Komen Foundation Educational Resources >>

Cancer Research UK About Breast Cancer >>

Cancer Research UK Spot Breast Cancer Early Poster >>

Resources: One World Cover Breast Cancer Awareness Poster

VIEW/DOWNLOAD POSTER HERE>>

# Common social media hashtags for breast cancer awareness

#BreastCancerAwareness #PinkRibbon #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #BreastCancerPrevention

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Why Awareness Matters for Employers

Breast cancer awareness isn’t only a health issue – it’s a business and wellbeing issue.

Early detection dramatically reduces both the human and financial impact of the disease. Treatment at early stages is not only less invasive and more successful for the individual, but also far less costly for employers and insurers.

When you invest in awareness, you’re investing in healthier, happier, more productive staff — and in a culture that shows your people they truly matter.

At One World Cover, we work with global employers to ensure that staff have access to world-class medical coverage and preventative benefits – including cancer screenings.

If you’d like support arranging a breast cancer awareness campaign, scheduling on-site screenings, or ensuring your health plan covers preventative care, our team can help.

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Breast Screening Packages

Mainland China

Beijing New Century Breast Cancer Screening CNY600 (~USD85)

Beijing Oasis Breast Cancer Screening CNY560 (~USD80)

Chengdu Dr. Leo Clinic Breast Screening CNY800 (~USD110)

Chengdu Global Doctor Breast Cancer Screening CNY1,780 (~USD250)

Guangzhou EurAm Medical Center Breast Screening CNY950+ (~USD130+)

Guangzhou Forsea General Hospital Breast Screening CNY975 (~USD135)

Guangzhou Iborn Hospital Breast Screening CNY999 (~USD140)

Qingdao New Century Women & Children’s Hospital Breast Screening CNY1,200 (~USD170)

Qingdao United Family Hospital Breast Screening CNY619 (~USD85)

Shanghai Delta Health Breast Health Screening CNY50 (~USD7) (Contact OWC for details)

Shanghai Jiahui Breast Cancer Screening CNY980 (~USD138)

Shanghai ParkwayHealth Breast Cancer Screening CNY880 (~USD125)

Tianjin New Century Breast Screening CNY1,680 (~USD125)

Tianjin Raffles Medical Breast Cancer Screening CNY1,300 (~USD185)

Wuhan Distinct Clinic Breast Screening CNY548 (~USD80)

Yantai Taibo Medical Breast Cancer Screening CNY600 (~USD85)

Hong Kong

Hong Kong Breast Cancer Foundation Breast Screening Packages

Gleneagles Hospital Breast Screening Packages HKD2,580+ (~USD330+)

Taiwan

Koo Foundation Sun Yat-Sen Cancer Center Cancer Screening Packages

Korea

Sinsoe Women’s Clinic Breast Screening Packages KRW50,000+ (~USD35+)

Seoul National University Hospital Breast Care Center

Ewha Womans University Medical Center Breast Center

Thailand

Bangkok Cancer Hospital Breast Cancer Screening Package THB2,900 (~USD90)

Bumrungrad Hospital Mammogram and Breast Ultrasound Package THB6,010 (~USD185)

BNH Hospital Breast Cancer Screening Packages THB3,000+ (~USD92+)

Vietnam

CarePlus Clinics Ho Chi Minh City Breast Cancer Screening VND1,200,000 (~USD45)

Hanoi Vinmec Times City International General Hospital Breast Center

Myanmar

Victoria Hospital Breast Screening Packages

Singapore

KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital Breast Cancer Screening

Raffles Medical Mammogram Screening

Singapore Cancer Society Breast Screening Centres

Malaysia

Gleneagles Hospital Kuala Lumpur Breast Screening Package MYR300+ (~USD70)

Sunway Medical Centre Breast Screening Package MYR175+ (~USD40)

Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur Breast Screening Package MYR140+ (~USD33)

Prince Court Cancer Screening RM1,500 (~USD355)

Brunei

Ministry of Health National Breast Health Screening Programme

Jerudong Park Medical Centre Health Screening

Indonesia

Surabaya National Hospital Breast Screening Package IDR375,000+ (~USD22+)

Siloam International Hospitals Breast Cancer Screening IDR3,000,000+ (~USD180+)

Mayapada Hospital Breast Screening Package IDR599,000 (~US$35)

India

Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai Female Cancer Screening INR15,000 (~USD170)

Fortis Hospital Bengaluru Breast Screen Packages INR7,500 (~USD85)

Fortis Hospital Gurgaon Female Cancer Screening Package INR1,900 (~USD21)

Apollo Hospital Mumbai Well Women Package INR10,780 (~US$120)

Apollo Hospital Delhi Well Women Package INR14,200 (~US$160)

Sri Lanka

Asiri Health Breast Cancer Awareness

Lanka Hospitals Women’s Wellness Centre Packages

Bangladesh

Evercare Hospital Dhaka Breast Cancer Screening Packages BDT11,000 (~USD90)

Nepal

Kathmandu Cancer Center Cancer Screening Packages

UAE

CMC Hospital Dubai Breast Cancer Screening AED250 (~USD70)

Emirates Hospitals and Clinics Mammogram Screening AED250 (during October) (~USD70)

Zia Medical Center Breast Screening AED149 (~USD40)

Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group Breast Screening AED250+ (~USD70)

Qatar

Tadawi Medical Center Well Woman Check

Aman Hospital Breast Screening Packages

Saudi Arabia

Riyadh Saudi German Hospital Breast Screening SAR499 (~USD130)

Jeddah Saudi German Hospital Breast Screening SAR550 (~USD145)

Jordan

King Hussein Cancer Center Breast Screening Center

Israel

Ichilov (Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center) Integrated Cancer Prevention Center

Turkey

LIV Hospital Cancer Screening Center

** Important Note: While we help guide members to high-quality options, OWC Care does not act as a medical referral service. The final decision on where to seek care rests with the individual. We are not liable for any decisions made by the member or the medical provider.