Taking Aim at Cancer in Louisiana

According to @theNCI, there are 18 million+ cancer survivors across the country. Thanks to our talented medical community, people across Louisiana are beating cancer. Celebrate National Cancer Survivors Month by supporting our work: bit.ly/3OKTufT

Trust your gut! Don't ignore the symptoms of colorectal cancer: blood in stool, bowel changes, persistent urges, stomach pain, unexplained weight loss, fatigue. If you have a family history or are have symptoms, talk to your doctor about getting screened. bit.ly/2OdhPhI

According to Louisiana Cancer Prevention, LA has the 5th highest colorectal cancer death rate in the US. When caught early, patients have a 91% 5-year survival rate. If you're 45 or older (or at higher risk), you need to get screened. bit.ly/2OdhPhI

In our fight against cancer in Louisiana, your support means everything to us. Together, we can make a REAL difference in cancer outcomes across our state. Donations from people like you are essential. Your investment helps save lives. bit.ly/40yUJp7

If you're a woman over 40, scheduling your mammogram should be at the top of your to-do list. With regular screening, breast cancer can often be found & stopped early. bit.ly/3PcnDnP

From innovative program implementations to securing grants & engaging in speaking opportunities, TACL is involved in all sorts of activities to improve cancer outcomes in our state. We've accomplished so much in 2024. 📄 2024 Annual Report: bit.ly/424wa3K

Congratulations to our partners at Peoples Health on their national recognition & award from the American Cancer Society National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable for their extraordinary work increasing colorectal cancer screening rates across Louisiana. bit.ly/44gpZLc

Your gender, race, income, religion, language - shouldn't matter when it comes to accessing cancer screenings. At Taking Aim at Cancer in LA, we're working to reduce cancer mortality by making screenings more accessible to all residents. Learn more: takingaimatcancer.com

Life can be unpredictable, especially when it comes to colorectal cancer. However, if you follow your doctor's guidance and get screened, you have the power to find this cancer early and take action! 💪 Help us spread the word: screening saves lives! bit.ly/2OdhPhI

We ❤️ community health workers! At TACL, we're supporting community health workers & patient navigation programs by offering continuing education on the latest trends in colorectal cancer, the importance of screening & risk factors. Learn more: bit.ly/3A9rdes

At Taking Aim at Cancer in Louisiana, we are united with one mission in mind - to reduce cancer mortality in our state & work to ensure all members of our community have access to life-saving cancer screenings. You play an important role in our mission. bit.ly/3Z4afsa

Getting screened for colorectal cancer may not sound pleasant, but it can actually prevent cancer. There are several screening test options; some you can even do from home. Talk to your doctor to decide which is best for you. bit.ly/3ytQtuU

Are you a leader in your healthcare organization working to improve cancer outcomes? Consider becoming a cancer care partner. By working together, we know that we can make a real & tangible impact on our state. Meet our partners & connect with us. bit.ly/3Dvyx62

🍀 Drop the four-leaf clover! When it comes to catching cancer early, you don't need to just rely on luck. You need to get screened. bit.ly/4iBT2gj

Colorectal cancer is an indiscriminate killer & doesn't care how old you are. If you're 45 or older, you need to get screened. bit.ly/4h24wbR.

We're highlighting our partners at the Louisiana Tumor Registry & their valuable work to collect & report population-based cancer data in LA. They have all sorts of user-friendly visualization tools & infographics you can use to display cancer data. bit.ly/2ruMqtc

💚 💛 💜 We want you to "let the good times roll" for many more years to come! So, it's important that you connect with a primary care provider and keep up-to-date with recommended cancer screenings. takingaimatcancer.com

This year, the American Cancer Society estimates that 2,490 individuals in LA will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer. If you're 45 or older (or are high risk), it's important that you get screened for colorectal cancer. bit.ly/2OdhPhI

Your income level or ZIP code shouldn't determine whether or not you can access a cancer screening. If you need help getting screened for cervical or breast cancer, consider exploring the resources offered by the Louisiana Breast & Cervical Health Program. lbchp.org

❤️ February is #HeartMonth. When you make good lifestyle choices like eating healthy & exercising, you're not just protecting your heart - you're also reducing your risks of developing cancer. Learn more from @AmericanCancer: bit.ly/3QpQzJW

If you're 45 years of age or older, you need to be screened for colorectal cancer. If you're younger, but have a high-risk of developing this cancer, it's important that you consult with your doctor about screening. bit.ly/2OdhPhI