FAMILY HEALTH Why Pap and HPV tests are important Have you been putting off your cervical cancer screening? That is understandable. But keeping up with these tests is worth your time. They can save your life. That is true even if you: ● Are not sexually active. ● Have had HPV vaccines. ● Have reached menopause. In fact, it is still possible to get cervical cancer even if these things are true for you. Getting tested helps to find cancer when it is more treatable. The screening tests for cervical cancer are the HPV test and Pap test. Pre-cancer changes can be found on the Pap test. The HPV test looks for infections that are more likely to cause cervical cancer. Most people should start testing at age 21. If you are 65 or older, ask your provider if you still need testing. Together with your doctor, you can determine what’s right for you. Call your doctor or KFHC today to schedule your screening! Sources: cancer.org; cdc.gov What you need to know about breast health Breasts change a lot over a lifetime. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, your period, weight changes and aging can contribute. Healthy breasts have milk systems and immune lymph nodes, which means some lumpiness is natural. Most breast lumps are not cancer, but any new bumps or changes in the skin or nipple should be examined by your doctor. One in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. But it is very treatable when detected early. Mammograms are the most common way to find breast cancer early, even before it can be felt. These are x-rays that look at the tissue by gently flattening the breast between two plates. By being proactive with your own health, you inspire others and can show up for your loved ones. Call your doctor or KFHC to schedule a mammogram today! Sources: cancer.org; nationalbreastcancer.org MEMBER REWARDS HAVE INCREASED! Check to see if you qualify for any of the rewards. For complete information on our rewards, check out kernfamilyhealthcare.com. 5
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