HERC is working in partnership with The
Avon Foundation and the San
Francisco Dept. of Public Health.
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Breast and Cervical Cancer Programs are
designed to: |
- Provide
information and education to women pertaining to breast and
cervical cancer
- Provide
comprehensive training to women residing in Bayview Hunters
Point on the technique of “Breast Self Examination”
- Develop
a volunteer community team to reach women with information
and resources concerning breast and cervical cancer
- Encourage
early detection, screening, diagnosis, and treatment for women
who are at high risk for breast and cervical cancer
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The
Community Health Education component
of our work teaches residents about environmental factors influencing
their health in a group setting. Presentations are made to community-based
organizations, churches, as well as community groups.
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information about workshops,
see COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS or VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES at the left |
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