The National Breast Cancer Foundation was founded in 1991 by breast cancer survivor, Janelle Hail.  She was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1980 at the age of 34.  At the time of her diagnosis, there was little information about the disease, and she was forced to make a decision about her health with few options.  After her treatment, Janelle made a commitment to help women around the world by educating them about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.

NBCF's mission is to help women now by providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education and support services.

Breast cancer is one of the leading health crises for women in the United States. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. There is currently no known cure for breast cancer, and its early diagnosis is critical to survival.

According to The National Cancer Institute (NCI), getting a high-quality mammogram and having a clinical breast exam on a regular basis are the most effective ways to detect breast cancer early. The National Cancer Institute recommends women age 40 and older receive annual mammogram screenings to provide early detection of breast cancer.

SHOP PINK AND RAISE MONEY FOR THE CURE

Get Ready to Go Pink!

Now that October has begun, Nikki Reed, Paul McDonald, Elizabeth Hurley, and more celebrities are stepping out to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month at events like Bloomingdale's 2014 Pink Party in Manhattan on Thursday, Oct. 2.

These celebs may be helping by spreading the word to their huge fan bases, but there is an easy and stylish way that you can help, too - by Shopping Pink!

The Covert Eye, the home of Streetwise Security, is proud to contribute toward the fight against breast cancer. Beginning in the spring of 2012, we designated several products as part of our Pink Ribbon series.

A portion of the proceeds from the sale of these products goes to fight breast cancer.  This seemed an appropriate cause to donate to, not only because we care about women (indeed, our products help protect women), but because breast cancer has struck close to home among neighbors and friends this past year. 

By contributing to the fight against breast cancer we are helping to protect women (wives, mothers, daughters).  It's just one more way we are fulfilling our goal of protecting what matters most.