The Fidelis Care Blog

October is National Dental Hygiene Month. Dental care is an important part of your overall health. Make sure you go to regular dental visits to help keep your smile healthy. During your appointments, the dentist can find any cavities early and treat them. Early treatment prevents them from getting worse.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in New York State. Each year in New York, more than 16,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and about 2,500 women die from the disease. Mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat and before it is big enough to feel or cause symptoms. Women at ages 40 to 74 years old should have this test every one or two years. Ask your PCP when you should get a mammogram.