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Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM)
Written by Dahla
On October 23rd 2011, EMG Health Communications held their 11th annual luncheon conference on breast cancer awareness. The event was an eye-opening into the seriousness of the disease, how it affects different ethnic groups, and especially how alarming it is for the Black population. Presentations were done by knowledgeable physicians on genetic components, testing modalities, reconstructive surgery, surgical procedures, and types of treatments available and much more. All physicians on the panel agreed that early detection is important to begin a journey of discovery for both you and your doctor to work together towards a suitable treatment specific to your type of cancer.
The end of October is nearing and we want to urge every woman to initiate a doctor’s visit and keep their follow-up appointment and continue to have the self breast manual exam. Breast Cancer is not a disease that occurs only in October and it is imperative that women listen to their bodies, ask questions and educate themselves on a daily basis. The key is early detection and know your family history.
Do not let fear refrain you from seeing a doctor or health care provider. Do take your health seriously and stay connected with the health care community and share your struggles / findings with family and friends. Next year, mark your calendar to attend the next EMG Health Communications luncheon in October 2012 and visit their website: http://www.emghealth.org/.
Pour les femmes haitiennes, visitez ce guide pour examen des seins en Francais: Guide de l’auto-examen
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