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🌸Empower Your Health: Early Breast Cancer Detection Tips & Prevention🌸 Are you taking the proper steps for early breast cancer detection and prevention?💖 As October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, recently, we talked to Carol, a 68-year-old woman who is an active, healthy and dedicated community member, volunteering at local events and always staying engaged with her friends at the senior center. As October approached, she noticed pink ribbons and Breast Cancer Awareness Month posters popping up around town. The message was clear—early detection saves lives. But like many seniors, Carol thought, "I'm too old for this to affect me." She assumed breast cancer was something younger women needed to worry about. Yet, after hearing more about how breast cancer can impact women of all ages, she realized that she, too, needed to stay vigilant. The truth is that breast cancer doesn't discriminate based on age. So, one afternoon, Carol decided to attend a special event at her senior center where experts shared tips on prevention and early detection specifically tailored to seniors, and she learned a lot there. Here are some key Takeaways: 1. Don't Skip Your Screenings: Carol realized that women over 55 face a higher risk of breast cancer but often neglect regular mammograms. Understanding the importance of early detection, she committed to scheduling her mammogram that week. 2. Know the Signs: The session also emphasized the importance of knowing the warning signs—lumps, uncommon pain, or any differences in breast size and shape. Carol realized that knowing what to look for could be life-saving, so regular self-exams became a part of her routine. 3. Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle: Carol, already leading a healthy life, added more fruits and vegetables to her diet and joined a local walking group to boost overall health and reduce her risk of breast cancer. 4. Understand Family History: Carol also realized that having a family history of breast cancer increases the risk and she had a conversation with her daughters about their family's medical history, and be proactive about regular screenings. 5. Support Matters: Carol also learned that talking openly with family, friends, and healthcare professionals is crucial. So Carol made it her mission to raise awareness among her peers and emphasized the importance of prevention, urging her friends to stay on top of their health. Stay Ahead—Stay Empowered: Tune in to United We Age this Breast Cancer Awareness Month to learn more tips coming up on how to stay ahead with prevention and early detection. Remember, there is always time to take charge of your health. Let's stand together and spread awareness, hope, and action! 💖 What preventative actions do you take to prioritize your health? Tell us your tips for staying proactive and healthy, and inspire others to do the same! 💪✨ #StayProactive #PreventiveCare #BreastCancerAwareness #earlydetectioncansavelives #UnitedWeAge #SeniorCare

🎗️ Cervical Cancer Awareness: Empowering Women Through Education and Prevention 🎗️ Cervical cancer awareness is more critical than ever, especially in the professional sphere where women often juggle multiple responsibilities. Let's take a moment to discuss this important topic and how we can make a difference. Understanding Cervical Cancer: Cervical cancer is a significant health concern for women worldwide, primarily caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). However, with awareness and proactive measures, we can mitigate its impact and save lives. The Importance of Awareness: Awareness is key in combating cervical cancer. Many women may not realize they are at risk or understand the importance of regular screenings. By raising awareness, we can empower women with knowledge about prevention and early detection. Prevention and Early Detection: Prevention starts with vaccination against HPV and routine screenings such as Pap tests and HPV tests. These screenings can detect precancerous changes early when treatment is most effective, underscoring the importance of regular healthcare maintenance. Breaking Barriers to Access: Access to cervical cancer prevention and screening services is not universal. It's crucial to address barriers such as lack of awareness, limited resources, and cultural stigmas to ensure all women have equal access to life-saving care. Supporting Those Affected: For those diagnosed with cervical cancer, support is essential. Beyond medical care, emotional support, counseling, and community resources play a crucial role in navigating the cancer journey and maintaining quality of life. Empowering Women Everywhere: As professionals, let's use our platforms to raise awareness, advocate for universal access to screening and treatment, and promote vaccination. By working together, we can make significant strides in reducing the burden of cervical cancer. Take Action Today: ➡ Schedule your cervical cancer screening and encourage others to do the same. ➡ Support organizations and initiatives dedicated to cervical cancer awareness and prevention. ➡ Advocate for policies that improve access to HPV vaccination and cervical cancer screening services. ➡ Share this message to spread awareness and inspire action among your professional network. Together, let's stand up against cervical cancer and prioritize women's health in the workplace and beyond. #CervicalCancerAwareness #WomenInHealthcare #PreventionIsKey #Empowerment #HealthEquity

June 17–23: Cervical Cancer Screening Week Observing Cervical Cancer Screening National week plays a crucial role in promoting awareness, prevention, and early detection of cervical cancer. This dedicated week serves as a reminder of the importance of regular screening and its impact on women's health, contributing to a more informed and proactive approach to healthcare. Many women may not be fully informed about the risks associated with cervical cancer or the benefits of regular screening. But the role and importance of the screening awareness week is for healthcare organisations, advocacy groups, and the media to further disseminate critical information and emphasise the importance of routine Pap tests and HPV screenings. Increased awareness leads to more women understanding the necessity of these tests, ultimately encouraging higher participation rates in screening programs. To read more: https://lnkd.in/eRsR8htX #AriseNursing

Say the name Libby and many of us in the breast cancer community immediately feel an ache in our hearts. Libby’s sister, Kim, has written this heartrendingly beautiful piece in response to the recent breast cancer screening guideline update. It has been shared with MPs on the Health Committee and Status of Women Committee; the committees are writing a report on the breast screening guidelines right now. With much gratitude to Kim, we share her words with you and hope you will continue sharing. My mother was 48 years old when she was diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer. Under the 2024 draft screening recommendations from the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care, she would have been too young to have received a screening mammogram but have no doubt that if it weren’t for a screening mammogram my mother would have died or, at the very least, I would have lost her piece by piece to this painful and disfiguring disease. Despite watching my mother endure cancer treatments in my early teens, my own risk for developing breast cancer never crossed my mind. It never crossed my sister’s mind either. My sister, Elizabeth Joan Wilson (better known as Libby), was pregnant with her first child when she brought a lump in her breast to the attention of her obstetrician. She was reassured when she was told that this was likely just a blocked milk duct. In 2019, Libby was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer only short months after giving birth to her daughter, Violet. Less than five years later she would be dead. The Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care breaks down the risks of not screening women into small, palatable pieces. They tell us that if 1000 women aged 40-49 were screened only one life would be potentially saved in a ten-year period. Another 18 to 19 women would have breast cancer but they would still be alive. Of course, most of us realize that statistics rarely tell the whole story. When a patient is diagnosed with breast cancer, it isn’t a watch and wait situation. Leaving breast cancer undiagnosed and untreated in younger women will leave these women vulnerable to more aggressive treatments and deadlier outcomes. There is no justification for allowing women to go untreated for up to a decade for want of a mammogram. What may appear to the Task Force to be simply statistics are mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends. They are not expendable. Please continue to read, click here https://lnkd.in/gjm9eygW

Did you know cervical cancer causes 10 deaths daily in Kenya? Yesterday, I had the privilege of attending The National HPV & Cervical Cancer Symposium—a groundbreaking event aimed at tackling cervical cancer in Kenya. The discussions revolved around elimination strategies, including screening, HPV vaccination, and the treatment of precancerous lesions.  One of the presenters shared a profound thought that stuck with me:  "Rather than spending so much time and resources debunking myths, why not focus our energy on spreading facts and reaching people before misinformation finds them?" This statement was a call to action A reminder that accurate information can save lives. Inspired by this, I decided to write a blog post about cervical cancer in Kenya. In it, I discuss the disease’s causes, risk factors, prevention strategies, and the progress Kenya has made toward eliminating it.  Did you know cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among Kenyan women, causing 10 deaths daily? Yet it is almost entirely preventable through HPV vaccination and early screening. Addressing this public health challenge requires us to shift conversations, amplify facts, and make preventive services accessible to all.  Cervical cancer is a fight we can win. Join me in spreading awareness by reading my blog, sharing knowledge, and encouraging action. Together, we can eliminate cervical cancer in Kenya and beyond. 💙  👉 Check out the full blog here:https://lnkd.in/d4MEkDvv #CervicalCancerAwareness #HPV #KenyaHealth #PublicHealth #EndCervicalCancer 

To effectively combat cervical cancer, it’s crucial to prioritize affordable access to HPV testing and treatments like cryotherapy or thermal ablation in decentralized settings, in addition to HPV vaccination. Early detection paired with timely, accessible treatment can dramatically improve outcomes, especially in low-resource regions. Bridging the gap between diagnostics and treatment will save lives and reduce the burden of this preventable disease. Read more about Dorothy Masasa's experience and the progress in Malawi: https://lnkd.in/e7gWSSFU #HPVTesting #CervicalCancer #GlobalHealth #Diagnostics #WomensHealth

Following up on HPV awareness day #HPVawarenessday 2024 I love in the declaration that " No woman should lose there uterus to a preventable cancer! :" This week, leaders from around the world are gathering at the Global Cervical Cancer Elimination Forum to discuss strategies to eliminate this preventable, yet deadly disease. As a signatory of the Global Declaration to Eliminate Cervical Cancer, I’m proud to support progress on cervical cancer elimination efforts worldwide   The Global Declaration calls for urgent action to prioritize efforts to end cervical cancer, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where the burden of disease is the greatest. I urge everyone to get involved – whether it's by signing the declaration, sharing this post with your networks, supporting organizations working on cervical cancer prevention, or advocating for policy change.   Together, let's continue to champion the cause of cervical cancer elimination and work towards a future where no woman dies from this preventable disease. https://lnkd.in/gFa2XspW

Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action 2024 Today, 17th Nov, we mark the 4 years of Global movement to eliminate cervical cancer. Let's pledge to eliminate cervical cancer world wide * Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally with around 660 000 new cases and around 350 000 deaths in 2022. * The highest rates of cervical cancer incidence and mortality are in low- and middle-income countries. This reflects major inequities driven by lack of access to national HPV vaccination, cervical screening and treatment services and social and economic determinants. * Cervical cancer is caused by persistent infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV). Women living with HIV are 6 times more likely to develop cervical cancer compared to women without HIV. * Prophylactic vaccination against HPV and screening and treatment of pre-cancer lesions are effective strategies to prevent cervical cancer and are very cost-effective. * Cervical cancer can be cured if diagnosed at an early stage and treated promptly. * Countries around the world are working to accelerate the elimination of cervical cancer in the coming decades, with an agreed set of three targets to be met by 2030 #cervicalcancer https://lnkd.in/eig5HGvk

Cervical Cancer: A Preventable Threat to Women’s Health Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer, yet it remains a major health concern worldwide. At Meril and AMTL, we are committed to spreading knowledge and empowering individuals to take proactive measures for their health. Early detection through regular screenings and vaccination can make a life-saving difference. 🧠 Did you know? -Regular screening through Pap smears and HPV tests can help detect cervical cancer early. -The HPV vaccine is a critical step in prevention. We’ve recently published detailed blogs addressing cervical cancer, including prevention strategies, advanced treatment options, and the importance of regular check-ups. 🔗 Read more and spread the word: https://lnkd.in/d345AjPW https://lnkd.in/dd6eS_vK 📢  Let’s join hands to create a future where cervical cancer is no longer a threat. Awareness starts with a conversation! #CervicalCancerAwareness #HealthMatters #HealthcareInnovation #WomensHealth #PreventCancer #BlogPost #MerilLifeSciences #AMTL #WomenHealth

Cervical Cancer in Kenya: An Urgent Call for Screening, Education and Innovation Cervical cancer, driven predominantly by the human papillomavirus (HPV), remains a significant health threat in Kenya. According to the latest data, it ranks as the second-most prevalent cancer among women aged 15-44 in the country, with over 5,000 women diagnosed each year and 61% succumbing to the disease. This makes it the leading cause of female cancer-related mortality in Kenya. A concerning 9.1% of Kenyan women carry cervical HPV-16 or HPV-18 infections at any given time, which poses a potential precursor to lethal cancer. Alarmingly, nearly all cervical cancers can be directly linked to HPV, particularly strains 16 and 18. Education, early detection, and prevention must be our top priorities in the fight against this disease. Improved access to screening and vaccination programs, along with robust awareness campaigns, are crucial to empowering women with the knowledge and resources they need. One notable advancement in the screening process is the introduction of the self-collection HPV DNA kit. This innovative tool allows women to collect vaginal specimens themselves, providing a less invasive and more accessible alternative to traditional screening methods. This approach could significantly increase screening rates by reducing discomfort and barriers to access. However, cost remains a significant barrier for many women. With screening tests costing upwards of Sh2,000, essential healthcare services are often out of reach for those in need. Addressing these socioeconomic factors is crucial for making a meaningful impact. Countries like Australia have demonstrated the effectiveness of high vaccine coverage rates in reducing HPV infections and precancerous cervical lesions. Kenya must strive to achieve similar coverage rates to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer. It's imperative that we continue to push for comprehensive strategies to tackle this crisis, combining innovation in screening and vaccination with education and affordability. Together, we can make strides towards a future where cervical cancer no longer poses a significant threat to the women of Kenya. Let's work together to make cervical cancer prevention a reality for all. Written by Dr Elijah Matolo #CervicalCancerAwareness #HPVPrevention #WomenHealthCare #UnlockingPossibilities