A @CDCgov funded Prevention Research Center focused on reducing cancer & health disparities in rural Kentucky.
Lexington, KY University of Kentucky
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Hello Eastern KY residents,
There is an upcoming workshop for cancer survivors titled, “Your New Normal.” It is open to any female 18 and older, no matter where they are from or the type of cancer they've had. There will be free food, gifts, and door prizes
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The CDC Prevention Research Center Program highlights University of Kentucky Rural Cancer Prevention Center work promoting colon cancer screening.
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Come meet the amazing @yomingohealth flock at booth #14 #HCIC18 & hear about how we are using their new digital education platform for our research. You can win a cool #yeti too! #publichealth #ruralhealth #innovativeresearch #cancerprevention
Kendra Scott anyone? Stop by Booth #14 to find out how you can win these gorgeous earrings #HCIC18 and to learn all about @yomingohealth
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Cannot wait to connect with amazing people in healthcare & digital Marketing at #HCIC18. Stop by Booth 14 today to hear how we are using the innovative digital education platform @yomingohealth in our research
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“There is no screening test recommended for any gynecologic cancer except for cervical cancer. Knowing your own body, recognizing that something may be wrong, and seeing a doctor may be lifesaving.” What to know about gynecologic cancer: blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/2018/08…
Thank goodness we found some research on how walnuts can lower your risk of cancer. Otherwise, this would just be us bragging about our Associate Director, Tom Collins, & his extraordinary cooking talents! Today he blessed us with #bananabread #DontAskHowManyPiecesIAte
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Make plans to attend this important health event for #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth in Hazard, KY. #ThinkPink #ruralhealth #cancerprevention #cancerscreening #thereishope #mammograms #loweryourrisk
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It's #GlobalHandwashingDay! Take 20 seconds to learn how proper handwashing can help you stop the spread of illnesses like the flu and hepatitis A! #GlobalHandwashingDay2018 #washyourhands #publichealth #locallex @HandwashingSoap
What Are the Signs and Symptoms of Breast Cancer? youtu.be/4tSwpGphbPQ?list=PL… via @YouTube
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Rural Cancer Prevention Ctr retweeted
Colorectal polyps and colorectal cancer don’t always cause symptoms, especially at first – that’s why getting screened regularly is so important. What to know about #ColorectalCancer screening: cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/ba…
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The KRDHD District Office Team got their flu shots today. Have you had yours? #FOCUSONFLU
Rural Cancer Prevention Ctr retweeted
HPV vaccine Gardasil 9 now FDA-approved to men & women up to 45 yo. Expected to help prevent the 31000 HPV related cancers, saving an expected 4000 lives annually. Please get this cancer vaccine if u r 45 yo or younger
Rural Cancer Prevention Ctr retweeted
How can you take part in #BreastCancer Awareness Month? Support survivors, learn about your family history of breast cancer, make an appointment with your doctor to talk about your risk, and make healthy choices that can reduce your risk of breast cancer. bit.ly/2nFb3lo
Yes! Today is #NationalTacoDay! 🌮 Let’s #taco about #coloncancer 💙💪🏼🌮 #cancerprevention #cancerscreening #FIT #ruralhealth #publichealth #welovetacos
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Rural Cancer Prevention Ctr retweeted
We're giving FREE #flushots 12-6pm Oct. 11, so mark your calendars now! Learn more about what to expect here: facebook.com/LFCHD/videos/19…! #locallex #fluseason #focusonflu #flushot
Today is the day to learn about how we are using a unique platform to educate others in our #rural community’s. You can customize it for any topic and audience! #takeflight #innovative #education #health #ruralhealth #innovativeresearch @yomingohealth
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This October, use or RT the hashtag #IDriveFor & @Chevrolet will contribute $5 to the fight against #breastcancer up to $400k.