NEW data show Utah’s #HPV vaccination rates are rising for first dose 👍🏼 but lots of work to do for full series completion Deanna Kepka, PhD, MPH A provider recommendation is key to success University of Utah Health @UtahDepOfHealth Huntsman Cancer Institute ✨HPV ✨VACCINATION ✨IS ✨CANCER ✨PREVENTION

Colon cancer is the number two cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. Unlike many other cancers, it is preventable. Getting regular colonoscopies beginning at age 50 can help save your life. bit.ly/2N2lqwN

Did you know that breastfeeding can lower your risk of getting cancer?

#HCPs: Building trust is key to helping parents feel comfortable about their decision to vaccinate their child against #HPV. Watch as Imelda Reyes, DNP, MPH, explains her approach for navigating vaccine conversations. #HowIRecommend NAPNAP

Are you an employer? Did you know that you can help keep your employees healthy by having cancer screening brought right to your work site? kutv.com/features/healt…

A beautiful night for health education and #breastcancer awareness. The Huntsman Cancer Institute & Utah Cancer Control & @WalkInCenter teams at the Urban Indian Center. [ not pictured: > dozen women who were screened for breast cancer on the bus ] THANK YOU for your dedication & partnership

Join us today from 5-7 pm with our friends at FM100.3 at the Deseret News Home Show from 5-7 pm at the Mountain America Expo Center located 9575 State St., Sandy, UT to find out how you could get a FREE mammogram...oh, and maybe win a car. fm100.com/features/paint…

The first step in understanding your #BreastCancer risk: find out if any relatives have had breast cancer and at what ages. Use this checklist to help you take action. bit.ly/2m1jmcK #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

Stop by and see us tomorrow morning at Liberty Park, and find out how you can get a FREE mammogram from the Utah department of Health.

Mammogram myths and facts kutv.com/features/healt…

People who live in rural areas are more likely to die from preventable diseases. In Utah, we offer FREE breast and cervical cancer screenings all across the state. Call 1-800-717-1811 to find a screening location near you. cdc.gov/media/releases…

When you have cancer and need multiple treatments such as radiation or chemotherapy, there are advantages to receiving those treatments close to home. How close to home cancer care can help you or someone you love: bit.ly/2NgwyWv

Did you know experts have different exercise guidelines for people treated for cancer? breastcancer.org/research-news/…

The only gynecologic cancer you can screen for is cervical cancer. This, and more facts about your reproductive health: blogs.cdc.gov/cancer/2019/01… #CancerScreenWeek

Cancer survivors, this flu season make sure you are taking precautions to avoid getting sick, and be sure to call your doctor at the first sign of infection, especially a fever. What you need to know: cdc.gov/cancer/survivo… #FIGHTFLU

If you haven't had your mammogram yet this year, you can get yours this Friday at Rose Park Elementary! Call 1-800-717-1811 to register.

The Utah Department of Health offers FREE cervical cancer screenings! Call 1-800-717-1811 to see if you qualify.

A healthy diet and lifestyle can reduce your risk of getting cancer. Reading food labels is an easy healthy lifestyle change to incorporate into your everyday life.

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Now is not the time to skip your mammogram. You may even be able to get a FREE one from the Utah Department of Health. Call 1-800-717-1811 or visit cancerutah.org to see if you qualify.