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Mammograms
Q. What is a mammogram? A. A mammogram is an x-ray picture of the breast. Mammograms can find breast cancer that is too small for you, your doctor, or nurse to feel. Finding breast cancer when it is small means that you...
Shots To Prevent Diseases
Adults need shots to prevent serious diseases. You should ask your doctor or other health care provider which shots are right for you. Influenza (flu) shots Everyone over age 65 needs this every year. You may need flu...
Facts About Vasectomy Safety
Vasectomy is a simple operation designed to make a man sterile, or unable to father a child. It is used as a means of contraception in many parts of the world. A total of about 50 million men have had a...
Q. What check-ups and tests do i need and how often should I get them?
Test Frequency Blood pressure measurements every 1-2 years Breast Exams monthly SELF-exams; annual physician Mammography after age 40, every 1-2 years; check with your doctor for your personal risk needs Cholesterol...
Colorectal Cancer: Who’s at Risk?
Risk Factors Associated with Colorectal Cancer Age Diet Polyps Personal History Family History Ulcerative Colitis The exact causes of colorectal cancer are not known. However, studies show that the following risk...
Breast Cancer
Introduction The Breasts Understanding the Cancer Process Breast Cancer: Who’s at Risk? Detecting Breast Cancer Recognizing Symptoms Diagnosing Breast Cancer Biopsy When Cancer Is Found Planning Treatment Second...
Mammography – Questions and Answers for Informed Patients
What is a mammogram? A mammogram (also called a mammography exam) is a safe, low-dose x-ray of the breast. A high-quality mammogram is the most effective tool for detecting breast cancer early. Early detection of breast...
Cervical Cancer
Q. What is cervical cancer? A. Cervical cancer is a serious disease in which some cells in your cervix become abnormal (unhealthy), multiply out of control, and can damage healthy parts of your body. The cervix is the...
Heart Disease
Q. Do women really need to worry about heart disease? A. Yes. Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the United States. More than 250,000 women die each year from heart disease. In addition, one out of ten...
