Getting your annual exam is critical, and we want Indianapolis to know that we give a care about women’s health! In a light-hearted approach to a serious issue, HealthNet’s Whatever you call ‘em, check ‘em breast cancer awareness campaign encourages women to get their annual breast exam. Seriously, there’s nothing more important taking care of [...]
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Mammograms for the Uninsured
It’s hard for anyone to think about the possibility of being diagnosed with any form of cancer. But, what about thinking of preparing yourself, just in case, something happens. One of the first thoughts when buying a new car is paying for insurance, just in case. Same thing with buying a home – storm, fire, [...]
“Breast Cancer, now rub the head” – a Story from a Survivor
I had complete strangers rubbing my head! Paula Jacobs, HealthNet’s 67-member team captain at the 2011 Central Indiana Race for the Cure and 5-year breast cancer survivor, tells her story. “I’m the first one to talk about my experience,” said the energetic women’s health nurse. “I want to share my story to help others.” Awareness [...]
“Thank God! I am a survivor!”
Irene Lopez, mother of Rosa Alcazar (Spanish Interpreter at our Southeast Health & Dental Center), found a lump in her breast 2 years ago, and today, she shares her story! “In my world, I think most people think the word cancer means death,” Irene said when talking about her experience. After discovering the lump, her [...]
What can you do to fight Breast Cancer?
You can make a difference for an Indianapolis woman at risk for breast cancer. According to BreastCancer.org, about 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime. Mammography is a simple screening that is vital to the early detection of breast cancer, but low-income women [...]
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