HHSC Encourages Cancer Screenings During Cervical Health Awareness Month

HHSC Encourages Cancer Screenings During Cervical Health Awareness Month

AUSTIN – The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get screened for cervical cancer as part of National Cervical Health Awareness Month this January. “Cervical cancer is one of the few cancers that can be prevented,” said Crystal Starkey, deputy executive commissioner for Family Health Services at HHSC. “Routine cervical cancer screening is the most effective way to detect cervical cancer early, and the first step is talking with your doctor.” The […]

HHSC Encourages Cancer Screenings During Cervical Health Awareness Month

AUSTIN – As part of National Cervical Health Awareness Month this January, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get screened for cervical cancer. “Routine cervical cancer screening is the most effective way to detect cervical cancer early,” said Faith Sandberg-Rodriguez, associate commissioner of Family Clinical Services at HHSC. “However, many potentially eligible Texas women may not know about services in their area or experience other barriers to accessing care. HHSC […]