Promoting Healthy Homes and Communities in Magoffin County

Due to high mortality rates, Magoffin County has a goal to increase breast and cervical cancer screening. Community partners with the Extension Service coordinate a variety of cancer programs throughout the year, with the culminating event being the Pink Ribbon Ladies Luncheon. The luncheon is a community effort, with media coverage, survivors, health professionals, the Health Department, Kentucky cancer program, and Extension Service. One hundred percent of participants indicated that as a result of the Pink Ribbon Luncheon, they learned that early detection of breast and cervical cancer is the best way to protect their health. Of those participants without a current mammogram, 75% followed-up with their family physician by scheduling a screening.

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