Every Woman Matters (EWM) is a federally funded program that pays for office visits associated with Pap tests, pelvic exams, clinical breast exams and lab fees for women aged 21-64. Age-appropriate mammography is covered as well as diagnostic tests. EWM provides screening and diagnostic tests, public education, and quality assurance activities. Find out more...
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
This January, if you are 21-64, be sure to schedule your cervical cancer screening. Preventive health screenings are important. They matter because they allow us to be proactive vs. reactive with health concerns and help us to recognize early stages of disease. Screening programs and resources are available for you and your loved ones. Enroll TODAY!
Who should get screened for cervical cancer? At what point is it unnecessary?
If you are aged 21 to 65 years and have a cervix* you should be screened for cervical cancer every 3-5 years. Guess what? The FDA just approved self-swabbing in the healthcare setting, so if the pelvic exam has been stressing you out, ask your clinician for the self-swabbing option. Read more…
Source: Those Nerdy Girls and Chana Davis @FueledbyScience https://thosenerdygirls.org/?s=cervical+cancer
 March: Colon Cancer Awareness Month
This March the Nebraska Colon Cancer Screening Program and partners around the state will be distributing FIT Kits to men and women who are 45 years of age and older. Our message this year is that 45 is when you need to begin regular screenings!
Get your FREE Fit Kit by clicking the link below!
Online FIT Kit Request Form
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Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit QuitNow.ne.gov to reach a trained quit coach, get access to free quit-smoking medication, and make a plan to quit tobacco for good. |
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Can a biopsy spread your cancer?
Most biopsies won’t spread cancer. For cancers like testicular cancer, a biopsy can spread cancer, which is why physicians will remove suspected cancer rather than biopsy. Biopsies have come under fire on social media recently. People are saying that biopsies aren’t safe because they can “seed” the cancer. Seeding is the term used for cancer Read more…
HPV, the most common sexually transmitted infection: What it is, how it spreads, and what it means if you test positive
What is HPV? HPV (human papillomavirus) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). Most people who get HPV clear the virus on their own within two years and don’t have symptoms – but because some types can lead to cancer or genital warts, it’s helpful for everyone to know about HPV prevention and treatment. Read more…
Is there evidence that the HPV vaccine prevents cancer? Yes! New evidence released in 2020 showed a dramatically reduced risk of cervical cancer among people who took a quadrivalent HPV vaccine. Risk was *much* lower for those who took the vaccine before age 17. The Nebraska Cancer Alliance HPV Taskforce highly recommends discussing with parents, HPV vaccination beginning at 9 years old. HPV vaccination is recommended at age 11 for all genders. Don’t pass this one Read more…
Source: Those Nerdy Girls and Chana Davis @FueledbyScience https://thosenerdygirls.org/?s=cervical+cancer
Norovirus
Norovirus is the leading cause of vomiting and diarrhea, and foodborne illness in the United States. People of all ages can get infected and sick with norovirus. Proper handwashing and other simple steps can help prevent getting and spreading norovirus.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
5-Ingredient Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup
Thrown together in less than 5 minutes, this crock pot tortilla soup is a hearty soup recipe that tastes so good on a busy weeknight. Topped with shredded cheese, avocado, and tortilla chips, this 5-ingredient chicken tortilla soup is an easy Mexican soup your family will love!
1 quart chicken broth
1 pound chicken breast
1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
1 15 oz. can black beans
1 packet taco seasoning
Instructions:
Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker and cook for 3-4 hours on low. After 2-3 hours, pull out the chicken and shred it. Return the chicken to the crock pot and cook for one more hour.
Serve with your favorite toppings.
To make the original enchilada recipe, add 1 small onion, 10 ounces of frozen corn, and 1 10-oz can of enchilada sauce.
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Make it milder or spicier: If you want a more mild soup reduce the spices or use a mild enchilada sauce. To make it spicy, add in some cayenne.
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Meatless: Leave out the meat and add chickpeas and sweet potato along with vegetable broth to make a meatless vegan and vegetarian version.
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Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.
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Freezer Directions: Allow soup to cool in the refrigerator then transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
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Topping Ideas: Tortilla chips, cheese, and avocado or guacamole. You can also add Fritos, jalapeños, onions, scallions, cilantro, or sour cream.
Source: https://www.mommafitlyndsey.com/chicken-enchilada-soup/
Nutrition: Serving Size: 2 cups
Calories: 195 | Carbohydrates: 17.3g
Protein: 24.9g | Fat: 3.2g
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