Featured This Month
October — Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a time to promote the importance of regular screenings and early detection, and to ensure that Native women have access to the information and care they need.
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To support UIOs and partners in your outreach, we have included draft copy for your networks and a downloadable graphic. By raising awareness, encouraging prevention strategies, and promoting access to survivor-centered services, Urban Indian Organizations and communities can help build safer, healthier Native communities.
Why it matters: Native women face significant disparities in breast cancer outcomes, often due to delayed diagnosis resulting from limited access to screening services. Early detection dramatically improves survival rates, making regular mammograms and clinical breast exams a critical priority. Urban Indian Health Programs work to reduce these gaps by connecting patients with screening services and follow-up care.
Social Media Copy: This October, we’re encouraging everyone in our community to prioritize breast health. Early detection saves lives — and regular screenings are one of the most effective tools we have. Contact us to learn about screening options available through our program.
