NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) – October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s essential to stay healthy by establishing an early detection routine.
“Self-breast exams are very important. We recommend checking once a month to make sure you’re familiar with your tissue,” said Elizabeth Thayer, Community Health Educator and Family Planning Coordinator . “If you notice anything unusual, such as a new lump or bump, new discharge, or a change in the appearance of your skin, you want to have it checked by your doctor.”
During Pink October, People’s Health is on a mission to bring awareness and education to the community.
“Throughout October, we’re just trying to let people in the community know that if you don’t have a doctor, if you don’t have term insurance that can pay these costs, it’s okay,” Thayer said. said. . “Please don’t postpone your screening. If you notice a lump or have any concerns, please call us.”
The slogan “Together, we fight” is printed on T-shirts, pins and bumper stickers. They are also partnering with local businesses, including Pulse Brewing Company, to fight cancer.
“Pals has been developing a beer for the past three years, specifically bringing some of its beer back into the clinic,” Thayer said. “So that we can help people who don’t have insurance with the cost of health exams, breast cancer screenings, mammograms. So we have companies that are helping us get preventive health care services for people who don’t have insurance.” It allows people to see the important work we do for people who can’t afford it.”
Consistent health management plays an important role.
“It’s important to have a regular doctor that you see every year,” Thayer says. “Even if you visit different doctors, they won’t know what’s normal for you. Therefore, by consulting one doctor and doing monthly self-exams, you can identify what is normal for each person. It will help.”
According to the CDC, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has changed breast cancer screening guidelines. New guidelines recommend that all women between the ages of 40 and 74 get tested every two years.
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