What health screenings should men prioritize, and when should they start getting checked for prostate and colorectal cancer? Many men put off routine medical appointments because they feel healthy or are busy taking care of work and family responsibilities. But some serious health conditions can develop without noticeable symptoms, making preventive health screenings an important […]
When was the last time you scheduled a checkup, even though you felt perfectly healthy? For many men, preventive health care can easily fall to the bottom of the priority list. Between work, family responsibilities, and everyday demands, making time for a doctor’s appointment may not seem urgent, especially when nothing feels wrong. But many […]
When should you start getting mammograms, and why does early detection of breast cancer matter? Breast cancer screening can help find changes in breast tissue before you notice a lump or other symptoms. Finding breast cancer earlier can make a significant difference in treatment and outcomes. Deanna Padilla, FNP-C, Associate Medical Director at Omni Family […]
Breast cancer screening is an important part of preventive health care because breast cancer can sometimes be found before you notice a lump or other change. A mammogram can detect changes in breast tissue that may be too small to see or feel. Finding breast cancer earlier can provide more treatment options and may make […]
How often should I get screened for cervical cancer? Deanna Padilla, FNP‑C and Associate Medical Director at Omni Family Health, discusses the importance of cervical cancer screening, especially during National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. She emphasizes that early stages are often asymptomatic, making regular Pap smears and HPV testing critical for early detection and prevention. […]
What screenings are recommended for colorectal cancer prevention? FNP-C Justina Adangai spotlights Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, stressing the power of early detection and prevention when it comes to this often-silent disease – the second-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. She explains the two key screening options: the at-home FIT test, which should be […]
When and how often should I get screened for colon cancer? FNP-C Justina Adangai from Omni Family Health explains the importance of early and regular colon cancer screenings for preventing serious illness. She emphasizes that early detection makes treatment far more effective and shares the two main testing methods: the at‑home FIT test, which should […]
April is Oral cancer awareness month! Dentist, Kyriaki Bouraki, DDS at Omni Family Health, and Ryan Nelson from Kern Living take this important time to raise awareness about oral cancer’s risk factors, signs, and symptoms.
Hey there! Did you know that colon cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women in the United States? It’s important to talk about it, which is why we’re excited to share this video with you!