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Week #2: 💙 What Is Cervical Cancer? Let’s Talk About It. 💙
Cervical cancer starts in the cells of the cervix — the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.
Most cervical cancers are caused by a long-lasting infection with HPV (Human Papillomavirus) — a very common virus. The important thing to know? HPV often has no symptoms, which means someone can have it without knowing.
Here are some important facts:
📌 In the U.S., nearly 14,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year.
📌 Over 4,000 women die from the disease annually.
📌 Most cervical cancers are found in women under age 50.
📌 Cervical cancer is rare in women who get regular screening tests.
The good news? Cervical cancer rates have dropped significantly over the past 40 years — largely because women are getting regular Pap tests, which detect changes before they turn into cancer.
Prevention and early detection save lives. 💙
If you have questions about cervical cancer, HPV, or when to get screened, we’re here to help.
📞 Call Santee Health & Wellness Center at 402-857-2300
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Week 7: ❤️🦸♀️🦸♂️ That’s a Wrap, Heart Heroes! ❤️
We’ve learned how our hearts work, how food fuels them, how movement makes them stronger, and how sleep helps them recharge. Now it’s time to put it all together!
Being a Santee Heart Hero means:
💪 Staying active
🥕 Choosing heart-healthy foods
💤 Getting good sleep
🤝 Showing kindness and respect
❤️ Caring for our families and community
Strong hearts make strong communities — and every child has the power to be a hero! 🌟
Parents & caregivers, thank you for taking this journey with your children. Keep the conversations going, keep practicing healthy habits together, and keep lifting each other up.
We are raising a generation of Heart Heroes! ❤️🔥
This week, post a picture of your child/children below!
For more information or to schedule a checkup, contact Santee Health & Wellness Center at 402-857-2300 📞
#HeartHero #HealthyKids #StrongCommunities #WicozaniWaste #SanteeHealthCenter
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