Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Daily Digest Bulletin

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From: Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion <info@nhic.org>
Date: Oct, Mon 3 2011 13:08 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: How To: Plan For Your Mammogram

Having trouble viewing this email? View it in your browser.   October 2011 Time To Get a Mammogram? If you've been putting off getting a mammogram, now there's one more reason to go ahead and schedule it: the Affordable Care Act (ACA) covers mammograms for women over age 40. Depending on your insurance plan, you may be able to get a mammogram at no cost to you. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer for women besides skin cancer. The good news is that women have a better chance of surviving breast cancer if it's found and treated early. A mammogram is a very safe way for you to get screened for breast cancer. These tips can help you plan for your mammogram: Talk with your doctor about when to start getting mammograms and how often you need them. Use these questions to start the conversation. Talk with other women who have had mammograms to learn more about what to expect. Ask a family member or friend to go with you for support. Check out the Quick Guide to Healthy Living for more information about getting screened for breast cancer.   Sign up to get Today's Headlines delivered to your inbox. Mark your calendar. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Download the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month Toolkit and learn more about featured health observances.      Join us in a Twitter chat. Celebrate Health Literacy Month by joining us in a Twitter chat on October 20 at 2 p.m. EST. Use the hashtag #healthlit to share your ideas on what prevention means to you. Send an e-card. Send an e-card to remind a loved one to get her mammogram.

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Message 2
From: Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion <info@nhic.org>
Date: Oct, Mon 3 2011 14:07 -0400 (EDT)
Subject: healthfinder.gov Today's Headlines

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Health Highlights: Oct. 3, 2011

10/03/2011 01:00 PM EDT

Immune System Research Earns Scientists Nobel Prize Breast Cancer Drug Coverage Halted by Blue Shield of California Denmark Slaps Tax on Fatty Foods

Smoking May Double Risk for Stroke

10/03/2011 01:00 PM EDT

Those attacks occur about a decade sooner than for non-smokers, study finds

Could Surgery, Anesthesia While Very Young Hamper Kids' Development?

10/03/2011 01:00 PM EDT

Study suggests link for multiple procedures for those under 2, but more research needed

Health Tip: Practice Food Safety at Parties

10/03/2011 01:00 PM EDT

Serve a buffet safely

Health Tip: Undergoing Cardiac Rehab

10/03/2011 01:00 PM EDT

What you may achieve

Mild Strokes May Have Hidden Effects

10/03/2011 01:00 PM EDT

High rates of depression, sleeplessness common, study shows

Some U.S. Parents Ignoring Vaccination Guidelines

10/03/2011 01:00 PM EDT

More than one in 10 opt to skip doses or delay shots, study found

Kids Can Enjoy Halloween Candy, Still Protect Teeth

10/02/2011 01:00 PM EDT

Sugar creates the perfect breeding ground for bacteria that cause tooth decay, expert warns

Why It's Good If You're Easily Embarrassed

10/02/2011 01:00 PM EDT

Experiments show you're more trustworthy and generous

Keep Kids in Rear-Facing Car Seats Until Age 2

10/01/2011 01:00 PM EDT

Many parents think the first birthday is time to face front, but experts say it's safer to wait

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