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The Connecticut Cancer Partnership unites the members of our state’s diverse cancer community. The Power of Unity.

Rocky Hill, CT
Joined March 2018
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What are the latest trends in #CervicalCancer disgnoses? THis video from @theNCI has more info: youtube.com/watch?v=Cts3nGux…
Are your gynecologic symptoms normal or could they be something more? This @CDCgov chart can help: cdc.gov/cancer/knowledge/pdf… #CervicalCancer
January is National Radon Action Month -- learn more here: epa.gov/radon/national-radon… #Radon
#TriviaTuesday When you turn 30, you can screen for cervical cancer with:
16%Pap test only
5%HPV test only
37%HPV test + Pap test
43%Any of the above
82 votes • Final results
Clinicians: are you up to date on the current #HPVvax and #CervicalCancer screening recommendations ? See here: cdc.gov/hpv/parents/vaccine.…
Important info on cancer rates state by state from our Partners @AmericanCancer
I am excited to share @AmericanCancer Cancer Facts & Figures 2019, a widely-quoted annual report on cancer rates and trends. This year’s report highlights a cancer mortality milestone: 25 years of continuous decline. Learn more and share: bit.ly/2F8x70I #cff2019 #acs
we will be hosting symposium on #HPV on March 5, 2019 Please complete the survey to help guide the topics and speakers fo rthis important event: yalesurvey.ca1.qualtrics.com…
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Almost all #CervicalCancer is caused by #HPV: cdc.gov/hpv/ Talk to your doctor to see if the vaccine is right for you!
We're kicking off #CervicalHealthMonth! Read about some ways you can reduce your risk of #CervicalCancer here: cdc.gov/cancer/cervical/basi…
Did you know smoking can increase your risk of #CervicalCancer? Get the facts from @CDC_gov and call 1-800-QUIT-NOW cdc.gov/cancer/cervical/pdf/…
Don't forget to register for our Annual Meeting which will be held next Tuesday Dec 4th at the Cromwell Marriott conta.cc/2QCYx1D
Interesting events going on in CT
We are taking this critical step in our upcoming #fishbowl conversation and launch of @UConnHDI’s #BraveNewSpaces #storytelling initiatives.
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About 11% of all breast cancer cases in the United States are found in women younger than 45. Learn more about risk factors for #BreastCancer at a young age: cdc.gov/cancer/breast/young_…
Want to estimate your risk of developing invasive #BreastCancer? Take the assessment and talk to your doctor: bcrisktool.cancer.gov/
Other than skin cancer, #BreastCancer is the most common cancer in women. Leran more here: cdc.gov/cancer/breast/basic_…