Ovarian cancer is sneaky. Its first symptoms are easily mistaken for common gastro-intestinal problems, and it’s hard to diagnose with tests until its middle stages. The best method of prevention is increasing awareness of the disease so that women are able to recognize symptoms and risk factors and seek a doctor’s advice early on.
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Risk Factors for Heart Disease Include: Cigarette smoking High blood pressure High blood cholesterol Overweight Physical inactivity Diabetes The more risk factors you have, the greater your risk. So take action–take control! Coronary heart disease is a woman’s concern: Every woman’s concern. One in 10 American women, 45 to 64 years of age, has some […]
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Q. Why is colorectal screening important? A. Colon cancer is the second highest cancer killer in America. 55,000 Americans will die this year because of colorectal cancer. Q. Why have screening tests done? A. Screening can prevent cancer by removing precancerous growths (polyps)* Early detection diagnosis of cancer before it has a chance to spread […]
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Q. What check-ups and tests do I need and how often should I get them? Blood pressure measurements every 1 to 2 years. Breast exams monthly SELF exams; annual physician. Annual mammography after age 40. Cholesterol levels every 5 years after age 18. All women who are or have been sexually active, or have reached […]
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