As Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, the Princely Government has renewed its call for early detection, reminding women that screening saves lives.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women and the leading cause of cancer-related deaths. One in eight women will face it during their lifetime. Yet when caught early, outcomes are far more positive. Today, 60% of breast cancers are diagnosed at an early stage, and five years after diagnosis, 87% of patients are alive, according to France’s National Cancer Institute.

Why screening matters

Mammography remains the cornerstone of screening, capable of identifying lesions invisible to touch. Ultrasound and, in some cases, MRI provide additional precision. In Monaco, both private imaging centres and the Princess Grace Hospital are equipped with advanced technology and skilled teams, offering a high level of preventive care.

A clear message for October

The government is urging women not to delay. Early screening allows for faster treatment, less invasive therapies, and better long-term survival.

“Do not wait — get screened,” the campaign message stresses, as Monaco once again joins the global Pink October movement to raise awareness and encourage action.

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Photo credit: Michael Alesi, Government Communications Department