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- No more suffering in fear and silenceKnow Your Options
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The HPV Vaccine
- Who should get it, when and why
HPV & Cervical Cancer
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Matters Of The Heart
- Erectile dysfunction is related to heart disease
Sexual Health
Just The Facts, Ma'am
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Breast Cancer Myths vs. Facts
Have you ever heard this one? ''Cutting causes cancer to spread.'' Or how about ''Wearing a bra can cause cancer.'' Black women and people die more of cancer because myths such as these sometimes forestall treatment. Get the facts:
Breast Cancer Myths and FACTS
Cervical Cancer Awareness Quiz
Awareness of Cervical Cancer is very important for Black women's health. Compared to white women, Black woman are more likely to die of the disease at what rate?
- Twice the rate
- Three times the rate
- Five times the rate
What is cervical cancer?
- A disease of the abdomen
- A disease of the reproductive tract
- A disease of the intestines
Is cervical cancer easy to prevent and treat?
- Yes
- No
- It depends
When should a women begin getting screened for cervical cancer?
- By age 21
- By age 31
- By age 40
How many cervical cancer screening options are there for a woman aged 30-40?
- 4
- 2
- 10
At what age can a woman stop getting her yearly screenings for cervical cancer, and be sure she will remain healthy?
- 45
- 55
- 65
What do the best medical professionals recommend to maintain your feminine health, regardless of your age?
- Only getting cervical cancer screenings
- Annual gynecologic examinations, including pelvic exams
- Waiting until you have symptoms
Are there conditions that require more frequent tests for cervical cancer?
- Yes
- No
- I'm not sure
What is the name of the cervical cancer vaccine?
- HibTITER
- Gardasil
- Menomune
During what age range should a woman consider getting vaccinated with Gardasil?
- Ages 5-10
- Ages 32-44
- Ages 9-26
More on Breast Cancer Prevention
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Black Women & Breast Cancer
Black women have unique needs when it comes to breast cancer. Prevention, taken into our own hands, is the best cure. Learn more:
The Susan G. Komen Circle of Promise
Black Women: A Deadlier Form of Breast Cancer
Ms. Magazine: "The Breast Cancer Divide"
More on Breast Cancer: AOL Body
You've Got Black Voices Mail
Your Mental Health
Live life to the full! Overcome the taboo on psychological treatment. Learn about blacks and mental health. Take the quiz.
The Circle of Promise
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The Circle of Promise campaign, by the Susan G. Komen for the CureŽ foundation, is designed to engage African American women to help end breast cancer forever. Artist Synthia SAINT JAMES created a painting, 'Circle of Promise,' to raise money for the Komen foundation. Get your limited edition reproduction, hand-signed and numbered by the artist herself:
Synthia SAINT JAMES Talks To BV
Buy Your "Circle of Promise" by Synthia Saint James
Blacks & Breast Cancer
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Touched by Breast Cancer: Robin, Ruby, Nas and more black stars have been affected by the disease.
Breast Cancer Awareness Gallery
Your Breast Health
Discover our unique breast cancer issues. Black women need special care to address our risks.
Cervical Cancer Awareness
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Test your knowledge of cervical cancer. This disease affects black women at higher rates than whites, but is 100% preventable with the right medical care. Take the quiz.