CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) - 22News is wearing pink to raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month on our annual Go Pink Day.

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, 22News is wearing pink to bring attention to the disease. Plus, 22News will be working for you by sharing information about breast cancer and how to protect yourself.

The World Health Organization states that breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women worldwide. Back in 2022, 2.3 million women were diagnosed, and another 670,000 died from the disease. The 5-year survival rates in high-income countries exceed 90%; however, the figures drop to 66% in India and 40% in South Africa.

What is breast cancer?

Breast cancer is a disease where abnormal breast cells grow out of control and form tumors. If le

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