As much as we love to focus on the beautiful things in life on JACKS beauty line, we also make room for the unpleasant topics. We're talking about the culprit: breast cancer.
Every year, around 57,000 women in Germany develop breast cancer, of which around 17,500 die. Regular check-ups and self-examination of the breasts are the key to fighting the deadly disease. " Two of my aunts suffered from breast cancer but were able to beat the disease," says Miriam Jacks. "That's why this topic is particularly close to my heart."
We at JACKS beauty line would like to use October, also known as Breast Cancer Awareness Month , to raise awareness about breast cancer and prevention.
1. DON'T FORGET: CHECK YOUR BOOBIES!
Every order in October comes with an exclusive postcard with illustrations of female breasts to remind you to check regularly. "We want to show that every breast is beautiful and normal by showing different breast sizes and shapes," says Miriam. "Many women struggle with their breasts - sometimes they are too small, too pointy, too saggy. For others they are too big, too round, too voluminous. The most important thing is that we pay attention to the health of the breasts - not just their appearance."
So use this moment to plan your check-up with your gynecologist and take the time this evening to examine your breasts in peace. We recommend that you put our postcard on your refrigerator or in a bathroom cabinet as a little reminder. 
2nd PINK EDITION
To support patients in their fight against breast cancer, we have designed an exclusive brush collection: the Pink Edition by JACKS beauty line . There are three limited edition brushes: The Mini Powder Brush #9 , the small Foundation Brush #11 and the Rouge & Contouring Brush #13 come in pink - the official color of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
50% of the proceeds will be donated to DKMS LIFE , which, with its " look good feel better patient program ", improves the well-being of people with cancer in the form of cosmetic seminars and thus supports them in the fight against the disease.
3. COMING SOON: HAPPIE HAUS
And now another piece of great news that we would like to share with you: At the end of October, the wellbeing app for breast cancer sufferers , Happie Haus , will be launched. It uses a holistic mind-body program to help make this difficult time a little easier for cancer patients. The app offers a great mix of live sessions (yoga, meditation, psycho-oncological group sessions, cooking, dancing and much more) as well as informative content (for example, with tips on what you can do to combat the side effects of chemo ).
The app also contains little life hacks to make life with cancer a little easier. For example, a special head massage can help against hot flashes or the perfect lunchbox can make the chemotherapy session a little more "pleasant". The app also offers many great ideas for hair alternatives such as scarves and hats. "You'll find a nice, entertaining lifestyle mix here, whereby we always pay attention to which problem we are solving with our offer," says the founder of the app, Stephanie Neumann. She herself was diagnosed with breast cancer almost three years ago. She completed yoga teacher training and additional training in yoga for cancer - and then founded Happie Haus in the summer of 2020 to be able to provide even better support to women suffering from breast cancer. We think it's a great concept!
4. WOULD YOU HAVE KNOWN?
If detected early and treated correctly, most breast cancers are curable. This makes it all the more important to undergo breast cancer screening tests.
Here is a brief overview of the preventive examinations available – and for whom they are free of charge.
Medical palpation examination: Women over 30 years of age who are covered by statutory health insurance receive a palpation examination from their doctor once a year.
Mammography (breast X-ray): Women between the ages of 50 and 69 are entitled to a mammogram every two years . Both statutory and private health insurance companies cover the costs.
Breast MRI: Statutory health insurance companies usually do not cover the costs if the examination is to be carried out as a preventative examination.
Ultrasound of the breast (breast sonography): If there are palpable lumps or unclear findings, a breast ultrasound is usually covered by health insurance. Otherwise, the costs are between 80 and 300 euros.
5. MEN ARE ALSO AFFECTED.
Men can also get breast cancer. Around 750 men are diagnosed with it every year. They can get breast cancer at any age, but the average age is around 71. The diagnosis is often made at a late stage because, on the one hand, many men cannot imagine having breast cancer. On the other hand, there are no breast cancer screening programs for men.
If you or your partner notice symptoms such as a one-sided, hard, usually painless lump , you should not delay seeing a doctor.
More information at www.krebsinformationsdienst.de
