WOMEN:

THE HEART OF OUR FAMILIES

At Nanticoke Health Services, we know that women are the heart of our families. Because of this, we want to be sure women have the wellness and prevention information they need to keep them well.


OCTOBER IS

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH.

IS IT TIME FOR YOUR MAMMOGRAM?




RECOMMENDED SCREENINGS


ALL WOMEN

Schedule regular check ups with your primary care physician. 

Schedule an annual visit with your physician to perform a PAP smear and clinical breast exam including instructions on performing breast self-exams.

 

WOMEN 40 YEARS & OLDER

Have a mammogram every one to two years. With early detection, most breast cancer is curable.  Financial assistance is availble for those who don't have insurance, whose insurance doesn't cover the screening or whose insurance deductible is too high.  If you need help paying for or scheduling your mammogram, email us or call 302-629-6611 x3765.

Schedule regular health check-ups including blood pressure and cholesterol checks every one to two years.

Starting at age 50, schedule a colonoscopy every 5 to 10 years; if your family has a history of colon cancer, talk to your physician.

For more information about health screenings for women, visit the CDC website.

PREVENTION STRATEGIES

Don't smoke. If you do, quit.

Eat a healthy diet with 5 to 9 servings of vegetables and fruits each day. Limit high fat foods. Limit alcohol consumption to 1 to 2 drinks a day.

Get 30 minutes of exercise 5 or more days per week. 

Use sun protection including protective clothing, hats and sunscreen (SPF 15 or greater). Limit sun exposure between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

Get regular health check ups from your physician.