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Breast Cancer Awareness and Screening

Breast cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in American women, after skin cancer. In fact, one in eight women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime. In 2019, it is estimated that there will be about 269,000 newly diagnosed cases of invasive breast cancer, and about 42,000 deaths from the disease.

 Dr. Vanitha Vasudevan

Florida Department of Health in Broward

So, you just found out you’re pregnant and you’re wondering if you need to change your diet. You’d also like information on breastfeeding and you’re worried about the additional costs associated with newborns.

Florida Medical Center to Host Healthy Living Lecture on Liver Cancer

WHAT: Florida Medical Center is hosting a Healthy Living Lecture Series on Liver Cancer. Join Dr. Vanitha Vasudevan, general and oncological surgeon, as she explains what one needs to know when it comes to liver cancer prevention measures, early detection and the latest treatments available. A light lunch and refreshments will be served.  Reservations are required. Please call (954) 357-6660.

Miami-Dade County Mosquito Control Division at the Ready for the Dengue Virus

MIAMI —Given the recent report by the Florida Department of Health (FDOH) in Miami-Dade County about a locally-transmitted case of dengue, the Miami-Dade County Mosquito Control Division wants it known that it is prepared for any possible situation. From countywide and year-round mosquito surveillance, to home inspections and truck spray operations, Mosquito Control is ready for any challenges that might arise from mosquito-borne illnesses. 

Newly Appointed Custos for Manchester Pledges Support for Health

Acting CEO of the Mandeville Regional Hospital in Manchester, Marcia Francis (right) informs newly appointed Custos Rotolorum for Manchester, Garfield Green (centre) of the services offered at the hospital. Mr. Green, who is a businessman, toured several health facilities in Manchester including hospitals and health centres on Wednesday, July 17. The Custos pledged his support to the health sector in the parish, noting that he is looking forward to forging a strong partnership with the Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), in an effort to improve the health services in the parish. Mr. Green will be installed on August 29. Photographed also is Regional Director of the SRHA, Michael Bent (2nd right) and Director of Management Information Systems, Rohan Smith (left).

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