“Beyond Breast Cancer: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Gynecologic and Colorectal Cancers”
WHAT: Free Webinar - “Beyond Breast Cancer: Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Gynecologic and Colorectal Cancers”
Presented by CHI St. Luke’s Health - Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center & The Women’s Fund
WHEN: Wednesday, May 21, Noon – 1 p.m.
WHY: Cervical, ovarian and uterine are the three most prevalent types of gynecologic cancer that affect women’s reproductive organs. Each type is unique, with diverse signs, symptoms, risk factors and prevention strategies. All women are at risk for these cancers, and risk increases with age. Women are also at risk for colorectal cancer, and in fact, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer and the second leading cause of cancer-related death in women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Webinar Topics:
• Signs, symptoms, risk factors, and treatment options for gynecologic and colorectal cancers
• Preventative steps for women
• Screening criteria
• Role in several types of gynecologic cancers of human papillovavirus (HPV)
• Strategies to promote colon health
WHO: Celestine S. Tung, MD, MPH, Gynecologic Oncologist, CHI St. Luke’s Health - Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center
H. Chami Amaratunge, MD, Gastroenterologist, CHI St. Luke’s Health - Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center
