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Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer Screening

10/25/2022 • Posted by Dr. Sharon McLaughlin, Dr. Kathie Rones, Dr. Nicole Belanger-Reynolds • in In The Community, Women's Health

Although significant advancements in early detection and treatments have reduced the overall mortality rate, not all racial groups have benefitted equally. The incidence of late-stage diagnosis and overall mortality remains higher among certain minority groups, especially Black women.

Think Pink: October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

10/17/2022 • Posted by By Dr. Nicole Belanger-Reynolds, Dr. Sharon McLauglin, and Dr. Kathie Rones, Fidelis Care Medical Directors • in Health and Wellness, In The Community, Women's Health

About 12%, or 1 in 8, women in the United States will develop breast cancer during their lifetime. It is the second most common cancer among U.S. women, behind skin cancer.

Cervical Cancer Screening and Prevention: What You Need To Know

1/24/2022 • Posted by Dr. Jeannine Villella, GYN Oncologist at Northwell • in Health and Wellness, Women's Health

Cervical Cancer affects over 14,000 women per year in the United States. The age of cervical cancer varies, but in the United States the average age of diagnosis is 50 years old. In many cases, this is a curative disease, however in advanced stages the five year survival is less than 50%.

January Is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

1/7/2022 • Posted by Dr. Thomas Raskauskas, Senior Medical Director at Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness, In The Community, Women's Health

The main cause of cervical cancer is due to an infection called human papilloma virus (HPV) passed on by sexual contact. The virus causes the tissue cells to grow abnormally and turn into cancer.

August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month

8/25/2021 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Children's Health, Women's Health

The more information you receive about breastfeeding, the better. Breast milk contains a perfect balance of nutrients and antibodies to protect babies from disease and help them thrive.

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