Endometrial Cancer Action Network for African-Americans creates education, builds community, & fosters research partnerships for Black people affected by EC.
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Join us Fridays to connect, learn, and heal with other survivors.
#CancerSurvivor #EndometialCancer #UterineCancer #blackhealthmatters #cancerdiagnosis #cancerwarrior #livingwithcancer #cancerinspiration
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Watch “What Are Barriers to Endometrial Cancer Care Access?” on #Vimeo vimeo.com/936453935
Advocating for your health is crucial, especially with the stigma surrounding the signs and symptoms of #endometrialcancer (EC).
Help break the silence by learning more from the #SpotHerForEC website, and sharing EC information via social media: SpotHerForEC.com.
For every 42 women who use relaxers often, one may develop uterine cancer.
The fact is chemical relaxers commonly used by Black women, are associated with an increased risk of #UterineCancer.
Maybe it's time to go natural. Here are some styles to inspire you. 🫶🏼🫶🏽🫶🏾🫶🏿💕
Our colleague will be speaking at a great online event tomorrow.
The focus will be on Gyn Health and #EndometrialCancer for #BlackWomen. Courtesy of @BHMinfo and @EisaiUS .
Join us! Scan the code to register.
#UterineCancer #minorityhealth #blackhealthmatters
It’s important to be aware of risk factors that may increase your likelihood of developing #EndometrialCancer (EC). Visit the #SpotHerForEC website for resources on how to talk about EC and your possible risk factors with your doctor and more: SpotHerForEC.com.
This Halloween, we're celebrating the real superheroes - women who prioritize their health and well-being every day! 🎃
Join forces with us to shine a light on #EndometrialCancer and #BlackWomensHealth advocacy! ✨🫶🏻🫶🏽🫶🏾🫶🏿
🎃 Learn more : ECANAwomen.org
Common signs and symptoms of #endometrialcancer (EC) are often stigmatized or dismissed. Help #SpotHerForEC spread awareness about the early signs of EC by learning some of the common symptoms at SpotHerForEC.com.
@FacingOurRisk @SHARECancerSupt @BHMinfo @GYNCancer
Our colleague Heide Spence will be speaking at this great online event coming up on Nov. 8th. The focused will be on Gyn Health and #EndometrialCancer for #BlackWomen. Courtesy of @BHMinfo and @EisaiUS . Join us!
Scan the code to register.
Knowing your #FamilyHealthHistory can be a big game-changer regarding your well-being.
Have meaningful conversations with your loved ones. Keep a health journal to track any patterns or risks. Also, encourage the young ones in your family to participate in these conversations.
Get crucial info about gynecologic cancers during @ocrahope Ovarian Cancer National Conference from Nov 1 - 3. Topics include clinical trials, experimental therapies for ovarian cancer, endometrial cancer updates, and more. #EndometrialCancer
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We’re putting women’s health first! #SpotHerForEC aims to help end the silence around #endometrialcancer (EC) by sharing the stories of real women and their individual experiences with EC.
Visit youtube.com/@SpotHerForEC to hear their full stories.
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Do you know the signs of #endometrialcancer (EC)? Without a standard screening test for EC, many women may not know common signs and symptoms. Learn more about EC and the #SpotHerForEC campaign by visiting the website today: spotherforec.com
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Don’t miss this #IJGCclub on the updated @FIGOHQ #EndometrialCancer staging
Looking forward to great discussion
@OncoAlert @GynMe4 @ucan2020 @ECANAwomen @WombCancerUK @cancer_womb @BgcsFellows – at Paris, France
#IJGCclub Mark your calendars!
📅October 23
⌛️7am EST/1pm Rome
We will have a very special guests to discuss about the 2023 FIGO staging of #EndometrialCancer
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@pedroramirezMD @HsuMd @leitaomd @AndreasObermair @Xmatias_guiu @CF_PC_OvCaGroup @IJGCfellows
Massive THANK YOU to U.S. Representatives @AyannaPressley and @ShontelMBrown for working to get this new rule proposed!!
#blackwomenshealth #relaxedhair #uterinecancer #endometrialcancer
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We are happy to share some words of wisdom from our wonderful Shanda F.
If you are looking for support during your #EndometrialCancer journey, join us at our Survivors' Sanctuary.
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Fact: If you use hair relaxers frequently, you may increase your risk of developing uterine cancer.
Relaxers contain harsh chemicals that can be absorbed through the scalp and enter the bloodstream.
If you're ready to go natural, here are some styles you can try. 🫶🏼🫶🏽🫶🏾🫶🏿💕
ALT If you use hair relaxers frequently, you may be at 2x's the risk of developing uterine cancer.
ALT Here are some hairstyles to try without the risk of uterine cancer. The facs? Chemical relaxers commonly used by Black Women are associated with an increased risk of uterine cancer.
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#GynCancerResearch23 #gyncsm Chicago Gynecologic Oncology Researcher Survivor Summit @PCORI Dr cook “the art and science of patient engagement ; @ECANAwomen @AdrienneEcana #SistersStud so many great projects they fund !
