October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Acting Governor Josh Tenorio, on Friday, October 17, proclaimed October Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 

Remember to honor the courage of survivors and those we have lost. According to the Pacific Regional Central Cancer Registry 2007 to 2022 report, breast cancer was the most common adult invasive cancer across the U.S. Pacific and remains the second most diagnosed cancer on Guam. Mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends’ lives and families have been forever changed. With early detection and treatment, lives can be saved. 

Screening and mammograms remain one of the most powerful gifts of health and hope.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month

Acting Governor Josh Tenorio, on Friday, October 17, proclaimed November Diabetes Awareness Month. 

This proclamation serves as a reminder of the significance of health education and preventive care in managing diabetes, a condition that affects many individuals and families in Guam. By raising awareness, we can all foster a deeper understanding of diabetes, its impacts, and the essential steps that can be taken to prevent and manage it effectively.