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Lynn Kane posted an update in the group
Is our community healthy? 6 years, 1 month agoOctober and November are great times to get your flu shot!!
Want to see whats going on with the flu across the State?
Check out these web sites…
MDH Fluwatch:
https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/influenza/fluwatch/Pages/Home.aspx
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Brenda Caldwell posted an update in the group
What matters to you? 6 years, 1 month agoWednesday, October 10 is Walk Maryland Day. There are numerous health benefits to walking… it not only strengthens muscles and improves cardiovascular health, it is also good for mental health, as well. Why not make a commitment to get in a short walk each day? Even ten or fifteen minutes makes a difference. Can’t go outside? Walk around…[Read more]
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Lynn Kane posted an update in the group
Is our community healthy? 6 years, 1 month agoCheck out the 2017 Vital Statistics report to see how our community and State are doing in various health measures:
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Lynn Kane posted an update in the group
Is our community healthy? 6 years, 1 month agoDon’t forget Marylander’s and surrounding communities to join for for Walk Maryland Day.
Marylanders Are Challenged To Participate In Walk Maryland Day
Celebrating Our State’s Official Exercise, While Promoting Improved HealthBALTIMORE, MD (Oct. 3, 2018) – Governor Larry Hogan proclaimed Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 the fourth annual Walk Mar…[Read more]
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Jennifer Corder uploaded the file: Scientific study detailing plan to eliminate cervical cancer in Australia to
Cancer Screenings Save Lives 6 years, 1 month agoUsing screening (Pap smears) and cervical cancer vaccine (HPV), Australia might be the first place in the world to eliminate cervical cancer.
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Jennifer Corder posted an update in the group
Cancer Screenings Save Lives 6 years, 1 month agoI couldn’t help but take note of this article reporting that Australia envisions virtual elimination of cervical cancer within 20 years!
They are using a 2-pronged approach, with screening being one. The second part is prevention through use of the cervical cancer vaccine.HPV vaccination is through a publicly funded school immunization program…[Read more]
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Wow, that is amazing. I just heard a local gynecologist speak last week, and he says he rarely sees cervical cancer anymore, and when he does, it is usually in women who have put off having pap tests for a long time. Just shows that preventative screenings are working, and the HPV vaccine is just one more tool in the toolshed!!
Thanks for sharing.
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Susan Stewart posted an update in the group
What matters to you? 6 years, 1 month agoI’m really glad our community has the opportunity to participate in Resilience: Healing What Ails Us Through Strength, Tenacity & Fellowship. This art exhibition and series of public engagement events aims to reduce stigma associated with substance use and mental health disorders, by sharing stories of resilience, survival and support. Here’s a…[Read more]
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Paula McKenzie posted an update in the group
Cancer Screenings Save Lives 6 years, 1 month agoToday is October 2, and we are kicking off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know you can reduce your risk of breast cancer. Some risk factors cannot be reduced (such as age), but there are things you can do.
Maintain a healthy weight
Exercise regularly
Limit the amount of alcohol you consume
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Can someone tell me what the current standard is for Colorectal Screenings if you have had prior polyps removed and they were serrated adenomas. They were 3 years apart 2 different times. I have a cousin that is dying from colon cancer and I’m very nervous and want to make sure I’m informed of the newest guidelines. Last one I had no polyps and…[Read more]
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Lisa,
That is a great question and there are a lot of factors that go into when a person should have a repeat colonoscopy. We follow the guidelines set by the Medical Advisory Committee through our cancer programs in the State of Maryland. Usually, the endoscopist takes into consideration the type of polyp, size of polyp, number of polyps and the…[Read more]
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