
Official twitter of the Michael and Mauritia Patcha Foundation! Advocating cancer awareness, screening/preventn, early detection and care (CASEC #SpreadtheWord!
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🌍 Africa has the highest number of noma cases - a devastating oral disease that causes severe tissue decay and facial disfigurement.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
💡 Noma is preventable.
⚕️It is also treatable if detected early.
@WHO is working with partners to support a more integrated and people-centred approach to tackle noma and other neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
Patcha Foundation retweeted
🎉 Congratulations #Niger for eliminating Onchocerciasis, commonly known as river blindness, the first country in the African Region to do so.
Niger joins 4 other countries that have been verified by WHO for eliminating river blindness, all in the Region of the Americas:
🙌🏽 Colombia (2013)
🙌🏽 Ecuador (2014)
🙌🏽 Guatemala (2016)
🙌🏽 Mexico (2015)
Onchocerciasis, commonly known as river blindness, is a parasitic disease and is the second leading infectious cause of blindness worldwide, after trachoma.
It is transmitted to humans through the bites of infective black flies, primarily found in riverine areas. The disease primarily affects rural populations in sub-Saharan Africa and Yemen, with smaller endemic areas found in parts of Latin America bit.ly/40Ur7lV
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Colorectal #cancer doesn’t always have symptoms. If you’re 45 or older, regular screening is your best protection. bit.ly/3WN2qpP
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Most people who have a cardiac arrest outside of a hospital die. But when performed immediately, CPR can double or triple the chances of survival.
Here are 11 things to know to help you save a life with CPR. #CPRWeek
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Parents: #CDC recommends HPV vaccination for preteens aged 11 to 12 years. You can start getting the two-dose vaccine as early as age 9. HPV #vaccine is also recommended for anyone 11-26 years old who has not been vaccinated. More on #HPV vaccination: bit.ly/3v6YEYm
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Bladder cancer is the 9th most common cancer globally but awareness about the disease remains low.
This #BladderCancerMonth24 is a time to show you support and raise awareness about bladder cancer. @WorldBladderCan
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Together, we made a difference.
On 4 Feb, the #WorldCancerDay ‘Close The Care Gap’ campaign showed its success in advocating greater equity and prompting action around the world.
Thank you to our members, partners, and everyone involved.
Impact report: uicc.org/resources/world-can…
Patcha Foundation retweeted
Cancer doesn't wait, and neither should you. Take care of your health and get back on track with routine #cancer screenings this year. Talk to your doctor about the screenings that are right for you. cdc.gov/cancer/dcpc/preventi…
#NationalCancerPreventionAndEarlyDetectionMonth
Patcha Foundation retweeted
Learn how to lower your risk of getting many kinds of #cancer by making healthy choices. bit.ly/47qjYdb
#BidenCancerMoonshot #NationalCancerPreventionAndEarlyDetectionMonth
Patcha Foundation retweeted
Everyone has the right to quality health care!
People with Down syndrome must be able to access the health care they need - without stigma & discrimination - including:
👩⚕️ regular check-ups
ℹ️ information on health promotion
💪 quality & affordable services that support happy, healthy lives
bit.ly/3vmdbnG
#WorldDownSyndromeDay
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#ColorectalCancer can be prevented by staying up to date with your screenings. If you’re 45 or older, ask your doctor about your options: bit.ly/49cOiJQ @CDC_Cancer
Patcha Foundation retweeted
Another thought provoking case👇🏻
Here's a video I made breaking down this important case of a 14-year-old boy who presented to the ER with 'abdominal pain'
#FOAMed
Patcha Foundation retweeted
A mammogram can find breast #Cancer up to 3 years before it can be felt, and screening tests can prevent cervical cancer. Cost an issue? CDC offers free and low-cost mammograms and cervical cancer screenings to women who qualify. Find a location: bit.ly/3t1AiQR
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Join us on Wednesday as we discuss why no woman should die from cervical cancer.
⏰Don't miss our impactful virtual chat with a renowned @umms OB-GYN on cervical health and the importance of early detection on 1/31 at 3p EST. Streaming on: facebook.com/patchafoundatio….
Empower yourself with knowledge!
#CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth #fight4ZeroCancer #HPV
Patcha Foundation retweeted
2 weeks to go! ⏰
Whoever you are. Wherever you live. You can make a difference.
How will you get involved this #WorldCancerDay?
➡️ worldcancerday.org/
Patcha Foundation retweeted
One month until World Cancer Day! 🌍 Let’s ignite hope, raise awareness, and stand strong against cancer. Together, our actions make a difference.
Sign the Call to Action ➡️ bit.ly/3NRNQb8
#WorldCancerDay #CloseTheCareGap
Patcha Foundation retweeted
Cervical cancer is preventable: get vaccinated against HPV, have regular screening tests, and go back to the doctor if your results aren’t normal. Screening is important. Find out if you qualify for a free or low-cost screening: cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/scree…



























