After bringing in the New Year, we are all reminded
to reset our short term goals or check in on long term goals. For many of us,
some of these goals include maintaining their health. In fact, about 21% of New
Year’s resolutions include losing weight and healthier eating according to Statistic
Brain. However, Forbes
states that only 8% of people actually achieve their New Years Resolution! But,
not to worry, because AGI
is going to help you maintain your health by creating awareness every month on
certain health matters, such as heart disease, AIDS, cancer, and so much more.
By getting involved in the medical industry, not only are we helping produce
affordable and resourceful specialty vehicles, but we’re giving back to
communities the power of knowledge.
This month is Cervical Health Awareness Month. According
to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC),
“Nearly 13,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer
each year, but the disease is virtually always preventable with vaccination and
appropriate screening (Pap and HPV tests).” In other words, you have the power
to stay healthy by getting tested for HPV and getting vaccinations with the use
of mobile clinics. Getting exams has never been easier with portable medical
units! Did you know: HPV is transmitted through sexual contact and when not
treated properly, causes cell changes that lead to cervical cancer? That’s why
it’s important to get tested. It really is simple with more and more clinics or
humanitarian organizations offering special programs such as basic exams on the
go with mobile
medicals.
So what can you do to not only sustain excellent
health conditions but also make other women become aware of the importance of
getting screened? Of course get tested and let your voice be heard. You may
also refer to the lipstick
smearing project back in 2015. Maintaining a healthy diet
and reducing exposure to smoking and second hand smoke will also help reduce
risk of cervical cancer. It’s recommended to have a pap test between one to
three years. Now more than ever is there an ability to get tested easily by not
only visiting a clinic, but if you’re unable to get to the clinic, have the
clinic come to you! Look for a mobile clinic schedule, or ask your local clinic
for more information on local mobile clinics who have affordable and even free,
health exams and even give lab
results back to you the same day!
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