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Gretna 504-509-4800

Colon and Colorectal Cancer Awareness

Colon and Colorectal Cancer Awareness

Mar 1 - 31, 2024

March is Colon and Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
“Colon Cancer is Preventable”
Although colon cancer is the second leading cause of death in America, according to the CDC, it is also preventable, if detected early. However, 1 in 3 adults who should be screened (ages 50 – 75) are not doing so. While there are several tests available for colon cancer screening, you can start by calling your PHC provider about screening today at 504.309.3262 (Marrero) or 504.509.4800 (Gretna).
Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 

Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day 

Sunday Mar 10, 2024


National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day is a day to raise awareness about the impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls. This is also a good time to get tested and give yourself some peace of mind by knowing your HIV status. (Fact Sheet: Women & Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness)
Today is also a good day to make an appointment with your doctor to talk about PReP, an HIV prevention medicine that can reduce your risk of getting HIV. Schedule an appointment or call 504.309.3262 or 504.509.5800 

 
National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week

National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week

Mar 18 - 22, 2024

The 22nd National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week, led by the National Coalition for LGBTQ Health @Health_LGBTQ, will take place the week of March 18 – 22, 2024. This year’s theme is “Vital Vibrant Voices.” Learn more about #LGBTQHealth Week and how you can participate here: https://healthlgbtq.org/awareness-week/
American Diabetes Alert Day

American Diabetes Alert Day

Tuesday Mar 26, 2024

According to the CDC, 84 million people 18 or older have pre-diabetes and 90-95% of diagnosed cases are Type 2 Diabetes.  Louisiana ranks 45th in the percentage of adults with diabetes and 50th in the number of obese adults (La. Dept. of Health 2016 Report Card). Obesity is a significant contributor to Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes can be a debilitating  disease but it’s also preventable!

With a healthy diet, exercise, and a healthy weight you can prevent or delay Type 2 Diabetes. Take the risk test now. If you already have a diagnosis of Type 2 you can still ward off complications by joining a lifestyle change program or visiting your PHC primary care doctor to help management of your diabetes. Call for a free glucose screening today at 504.309.3262 (Marrero) or 504.509.4800 (Gretna).
Sista Strut

Sista Strut

Saturday Apr 6, 2024

Come Strut with us!
Saturday, April 6 
8a.m. New Orleans City Park Festival Grounds
Priority Health Care will be a sponsor at the iHeart Radio (Q93.3/WYLD 98.5) 8th Annual Sista Strut Breast Cancer Walk at City Park in New Orleans. Click here for more information.

 

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