Wearing jewelry that has been designed to raise breast cancer awareness is a popular and fashionable way to publicly demonstrate your commitment to finding a cure for breast cancer. It can also be a way to show support for a loved one who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. While any type of jewelry can be made into breast cancer awareness jewelry, bracelets are particularly common and effective.
Significance
Jewelry has been an important part of human society since the beginning of civilization. While it can be merely a fashion statement or a pretty adornment, a piece of jewelry can also be a symbol of deep significance. The term "awareness jewelry" refers to the category of jewelry that is specifically designed to raise awareness of a particular disease. Pink has become the color associated with the fight against breast cancer. As a result, breast cancer awareness jewelry often includes pink elements.
Types
Bracelets that support the fight against breast cancer are available to accommodate every budget, and there are designs that appeal to every sense of style. They range from inexpensive silicone wristbands to fine jewelry constructed with gold and gemstones. Some breast cancer bracelet designers incorporate inspirational phrases or symbolic charms into the design to enhance the meaning of the bracelet. Most breast cancer support bracelets are designed for women, but some are suitable for men or children.
Size
Many bracelets are only available in one size, but the good news is that a standard bracelet will fit most wrists. For women, the standard bracelet size is 7 inches. For men, the standard size is 8 inches. Bracelet sizes for children range from 4 inches to 6 1/2 inches to accommodate various age groups. Use a soft measuring tape to measure your wrist. Take the measurement at the wrist bone. Many bracelets are adjustable or are made with flexible materials to accommodate a wide range of wrist sizes.
Benefits
Wearing a breast cancer support bracelet lets everyone that you encounter know that you care about the people who have been impacted by the disease. It can also serve as a reminder. Perhaps someone will notice your bracelet and remember that she is due for a mammogram.
Considerations
When purchasing a bracelet that is intended to support breast cancer, carefully investigate whether or not a portion of the purchase price is donated to an appropriate nonprofit organization. Not every awareness jewelry manufacturer or vendor contributes money to the organizations that serve the breast cancer community.
Before purchasing a bracelet for a child, make sure that the item is safe for children. Bracelets with small parts are not suitable for young children, and you should be certain that all of the materials are nontoxic.
