Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Awareness. Compassion. Support.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to learn, encourage conversations about breast health, and show up for those affected by breast cancer. At Hunton, our Hunton Cares initiative reminds us that caring for our community begins with the actions we take each day.
This month, we encourage everyone to turn awareness into meaningful action: make your health a priority, offer support to someone who needs it, and connect with resources that help people access care.
Understanding the Impact
Breast cancer affects individuals, families, friends, and coworkers throughout our communities. According to the American Cancer Society, about 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. There are also more than 4 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S., including people currently receiving treatment. American Cancer Society
Men are affected, too. The CDC reports that about 1 in every 100 breast cancer diagnoses in the U.S. occurs in a man. Including men in conversations about breast health helps make awareness more inclusive. CDC
Behind these numbers are people who deserve compassion, encouragement, and access to care.
Make Your Health a Priority
A conversation with your healthcare provider is a good place to start. Discuss your personal and family health history, your breast cancer risk, and the screening plan that is right for you.
For Hunton employees, annual screening mammograms may be covered at no cost through Blue Shield’s preventive care benefits. Check your plan details or contact HR to confirm coverage and eligibility before scheduling.
The mobile mammography bus will be at Westpark on Friday, October 16, 2026. Eligible employees can sign up for an onsite screening by following the instructions provided in the HR email.
Be There for Someone
Supporting someone affected by breast cancer can begin with a simple check-in. Listen without pressure, respect their privacy, and ask what would be helpful.
Offering a meal, a ride to an appointment, help with an errand, or a thoughtful message can ease an everyday burden. Support can also mean continuing to check in over time, including after treatment ends. Small acts of kindness can help someone feel connected and cared for.
Turn Care into Action with The Rose
Here in our community, The Rose provides breast health services and programs that help eligible uninsured patients access care. Its work helps reduce financial barriers to breast cancer screening and diagnostic services. The Rose
Visit therose.org to explore resources, learn about eligibility, make a donation, or find ways to get involved. Sharing this resource with someone who needs it is another meaningful way to help.
5. Make Space to Slow Down
The final months of the year can quickly become busy with school schedules, work priorities, holidays, and family commitments. Before the season fills up, identify a few simple ways to protect time for rest and activities you enjoy.
Slowing down may look different for everyone. It could mean reading, spending time outdoors, enjoying a favorite hobby, limiting screen time, preparing for the week ahead, or setting aside a quiet moment at the end of the day. Even a short break can help you recharge and return to your responsibilities with a clearer mind.
Try adding time to slow down directly to your schedule. Treating it as an intentional part of your routine can make it easier to follow through when life gets busy.
Show Your Support with Hunton Cares
Hunton employees are invited to share a photo wearing pink or holding a sign of encouragement for those facing breast cancer. Email your photo to Marketing@huntongroup.com for a chance to earn Hunton Points!
Whether you schedule a screening, reach out to a loved one, share a resource, or wear pink, your participation can help keep these conversations going.
Together, we can help people feel seen, supported, and cared for.
