Huntley library to host women’s health talk about cancer

Posted October 11, 2011 1:00 am

Submitted by McHenry County Department of Health

Rachel Wyss, health educator from McHenry County Department of Health, will discuss risk factors for breast and cervical cancers along with lifestyle choices, such as diet, exercise and the amount of alcohol consumed, that will lower the risk for not only female cancers, but all cancers.

The presentation will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12, at the Huntley Area Public Library, 11000 Ruth Road. To register, call (847) 669-5386, ext. 21.

MCDH offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings to women between the ages of 35 and 64 without health insurance through the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program, a program funded by the State Health Department.

The American Cancer Society recommends that every woman 40 years and older get an annual screening mammogram, along with an annual clinical breast exam, in combination with performing monthly breast self-exams.

Early detection saves lives. Call MCDH’s Crystal Lake office at (815) 334-0232 to schedule a screening.

For more information on IBCCP, visit www.mcdh.info; click on Personal Health Services.

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