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February 29 is Rare Disease Day
Thursday, February 29th, 2024
February 29 has been designated since 2008 as Rare Disease Day across the globe. It is celebrated on the rarest day of the year (or on February 28 in non-leap years). it is a day used to advocate and promote awareness of thousands of rare diseases. According to rarediseaseday.org, a disease is considered rare when it affects less than 1 in 2,000 people.
Rare diseases that impact our patients at WCCA include ovarian cancer, leiomyosarcoma, and gestational thromboplastic disease.
Office Closed for Presidents’ Day
Thursday, February 15th, 2024
Our office will be closed on Monday, February 19 in honor of Presidents' Day. We will reopen on Tuesday for regular hours.
GOG Interview with Cervical Cancer Survivor – Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Wednesday, January 31st, 2024
Hospice: Common myths about the end-of-life care option : NPR
Wednesday, January 17th, 2024
Recently ex-President Jimmy Carter went into hospice, which often is for patients in the last stages of incurable diseases. Contrary to popular belief, starting hospice doesn't mean giving up on life.
Source: Hospice: Common myths about the end-of-life care option : NPR
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month
Friday, January 12th, 2024
Cervical cancer is preventable with vaccines and screening check-ups (Pap and HPV tests). Vaccinate early, screen when recommended, and take charge of your health! https://t.co/Dz60NIBMlZ