#cervivor

[psychlone]

5 year journey..... In 2016 for my 34th birthday I heard the phrase "you have cancer." Adenocarcinoma in situ of the Cervix Stage 0/1. 2 LEEP procedures, dietary supplements and changes and other holistic therapies regressed it first to cervical dysplasia; and nownI have 2 consecutive years of normal annual paps. #iwearpurpleforme #iweartealforme #cervicalcancer #gynecologicalcancer #move4her #movethemessage #cervivor #aLEEPofFaith #reikihealing #selfcare #dimsupplement #indole3carbinol (at Beth Israel Comprehensive Cancer Center) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTSq5ikLTWY/?utm_medium=tumblr

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[pathologylab]

Timely screening of cervical cancer is highly effective and can help the doctor plan early treatment of cancer.

#Cervivor #EndCervicalCancer #CervicalCancerAwareness #CervicalCancerMonth #genetictesting

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[newstandardob-blog]

Beauty, through the eyes of a cervivor Instagram: newstandardob

#ccam #cervivor

[thetealsocietyblog]

A year ago today I underwent a radical hysterectomy due to #cervicalcancer. It came 8 weeks after my initial diagnosis... which seemed like an eternity! I naively thought this day would be the end of the process and I would never think about cancer again. Obviously, I was COMPLETELY wrong! Coming back from this surgery and the remainder of my treatment has been a struggle, both physically and emotionally. But little by little I’m feeling like myself again. Today I ran 8 miles with my running group, which is the longest I’ve ran since October of 2017. I’m much slower now and am still building up my strength and endurance, but I’m just so darn proud of this little body of mine and what it can do! 💪🏼💙🏃🏼‍♀️ #mycancerjourney #lifeaftercancer #cervivor #runnerd #halfmarathontraining #icandohardthings Source @sandtar79 #thetealsociety https://www.instagram.com/p/BwbiW_5gAAn/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=qge8h4m3x8a0

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[canceravenger]

Relationship status: It's Complicated.

Relationship status: It’s Complicated.

It was Friday morning before the Memorial Day weekend six years ago. I received a phone call that changed my life completely. I hung up the phone. Tears streaming down my face, my body shaking uncontrollably. In a barely audible voice I called Pete. “I have cancer.” Within a few hours, we were meeting a team of people who would come to play a significant role in my life. I now had a gynecological…

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#Cervical cancer #cervivor #HPV #pelvic exenteration #remission #thriver

[transmogwow]

Cervivor - Rashgarroth (eu) head: Gladiator's Leather Helm neck: Heart of Azeroth shoulder: Gladiator's Leather Spaulders back: Hidden Cloak chest: Vindictive Gladiator's Leather Tunic shirt: Footpad's Shirt wrist: Coiled Serpent Armband hands: Caustic Feelers waist: 7th Legionnaire's Buckle legs: Vengeful Gladiator's Leather Legguards feet: Sure-Step Boots finger1: Dread Gladiator's Band finger2: Dread Gladiator's Signet trinket1: Dread Aspirant's Insignia trinket2: First Mate's Spyglass mainHand: Shard of Azzinoth offHand: Shard of Azzinoth

#Human #Rogue #Leather #Alliance #WoW #Transmogrification

[vuvatech-info]

People often times have a hard time knowing what to say to those facing cancer. Cervivors: What do you wish people would say when they hear about your diagnosis? What do you wish they WOULDN'T say? #cervivor #cervicalcancerpic.twitter.com/aflyKjR50f

People often times have a hard time knowing what to say to those facing cancer. Cervivors: What do you wish people would say when they hear about your diagnosis? What do you wish they WOULDN'T say? #cervivor #cervicalcancer pic.twitter.com/aflyKjR50f

from Twitter Search / PelvicPainPro https://twitter.com/IamCervivor/status/1138480709927133184 via https://twitter.com/PelvicPainPro

#Twitter Search / PelvicPainPro

[ellesep]

Elena of Avalor, Disney’s first Latina princess goes to Planned Parenthood to stand against the evil stepsisters of the GOP.

Disney Princesses Trying to Go to the OBGYN Under a Trump/Pence Administration

Written by Danielle Sepulveres, Illustrated by Maritza Lugo

Last year, I had an argument with a man whom I knew to be reasonably intelligent. At least I believed him to be until this particular conversation. We were having a heated discussion about the hit that Planned Parenthood had taken in their image from the bogus heavily edited videos in 2015 that were specifically designed to incite widespread outrage.

He believed everything in the videos and therefore believed that Planned Parenthood should be shut down. No amount of reasonable, logical points on my end would sway him. But the point where things took a particularly eye opening turn was when he scorned my statement about how Planned Parenthood provided cancer screenings. Practically lunging out of his seat towards me, he insisted that what I had said was just one of the erroneous things people believed about PP. I stared at him in disbelief while he shouted-literally shouted in my face-that I was grievously wrong and people only THOUGHT PP provided cancer screenings, but that they didn’t have the equipment or technicians necessary to perform mammograms. And I did the only thing that I could possibly do. I laughed. And laughed and laughed. Because it was so typical that a man would assume that the only possible cancer to be screened for had to do with breasts. And he was entirely smug in his assumption, he wouldn’t even let me refute it, he just kept interrupting me. It reminded me of a Seinfeld episode where Jerry calls his dermatologist girlfriend Pimple Popper M.D. (played by Marcia Cross) because he doesn’t understand why people thank her for saving their lives, completely overlooking the possibility of skin cancer. Pap smears and HPV co-testing is how cervical cancer screenings are done. And Planned Parenthood does that. Also there are other below the belt cancers (uterine, ovarian, vulvar etc) that have more of a chance of being caught early enough if someone regularly goes for annual visits to PP or an obgyn and establishes a base line for their bodily behaviors or at least consults with a medical professional. And all of those things are possible at low or no cost because of how Planned Parenthood operates.

The point is that this man who argued with me (and did end up voting for Trump and might possibly be one of those people who doesn’t know that ACA and Obamacare are one and the same ) is one of many who are woefully uneducated yet so confident in their false assumptions about how preventive healthcare works in this country for women. And yet we are ushering in an entire administration with these kinds of archaic and unsupported viewpoints.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness month. A year ago Maritza Lugo and I collaborated on a tongue in cheek project that utilized reimagined Disney Princesses to garner attention from MSM to remind anyone with a uterus that they should make their annual pilgrimage to the gynecologist. Ask about the HPV vaccine. Get an STD test. Talk about birth control. I was frustrated with the lack of coverage that dogged the more “taboo” cancers, having been a part of the group Cervivor for years where I’d watched its founder Tamika Felder work tirelessly around the clock year round to educate people and provide a safe community for anyone affected by cervical cancer. But in general I’ve been battling this frustration for years in the way that health and sex ed classes by and large do not promote comprehensive education. I thought that combining recognizable pop culture with an often overlooked topic would spark conversation and luckily it did. We knew that our project wouldn’t automatically eradicate the cervical cancer diagnoses, but if we don’t start talking about it, we’ll never get to that point, and everything needs to start with a first step.  

Since then Maritza and I have dedicated ourselves to doing other awareness collaborations but this year it felt particularly important for us to team up again as the inauguration of Donald Trump looms ever closer before us. While Paul Ryan announces that Congress will be looking to move forward in dismantling ACA and summarily defunding Planned Parenthood. (Which is a misnomer because there is no line item in the federal budget that goes to Planned Parenthood.) And those in favor of the ACA repeal and shutting down Planned Parenthood cheer for an end to “baby killers” while the underlying message of that rallying cry is actually for an end to women, trans, LGBTQ, disabled, chronically ill, people of color, and those with limited soco-economic means to have a right to healthcare. A right to choices. To dignity. And to their own lives. We’re staring down the barrel of a world where basic healthcare becomes a privilege. And being a woman could present as an uninsurable pre-existing condition. Make no mistake that the gauntlet thrown by the Republican party with these attempted measures spearheads a war on women and a direct attack on working families regardless of how often they claim their message to be otherwise.    

ACA, like many pieces of legislation, can be improved. It has weaknesses. It has issues. The majority of people using it will not deny this fact. But the concept of taking it away piece by piece with no replacement plan is a catastrophically dangerous idea. Trump has waffled on exactly where he stands on the issue, but many Republicans (like Paul Ryan) have not. Trump’s stances on most things calls to mind the high school kid who ran for class president on a platform of longer free periods and pizza in the cafeteria and then once elected because his dad “made a call” went back to ranking the hotness of girls on the bathroom wall, cutting class and maybe showing up for the prom planning committee meeting because he heard there would be snacks. He’s repeatedly emphasized that it needs to be known that any failures of ACA needs to be blamed on the Democrats which stands to reason that without any thoughtful plan waiting in the wings to replace it, his only concern is to be seen as some kind of savior while demonizing the Democratic party. Healthcare for all who need it should not be a partisan issue. Government is meant to serve the needs and safety of the public. And the idea of blaming or congratulating one side of the aisle over another for the responsibility of “rescuing” the American people resonates with the level of maturity of middle school schoolyard taunting. But this is what we elected and this is what we will be dealing with for at least four years.

Where has empathy gone? When did all the millions of people who need healthcare and have benefited from it dissolve into a gelatinous inhuman pile? Deemed undeserving or a burden? Why are we ignoring the economic stimulus it has provided? Why is it so difficult to take existing legislation that is helping people and continue to improve upon it rather than stamp feet in the sandbox screaming, “La la la I can’t hear you! Get rid of it! My way is better!”

According to ACASignups.net, if ACA is repealed, approximately 12.3 million people on Medicaid/Chip, 9 million people on subsidized policies and 1.4 million young adults on their parents’ plans stand to lose their coverage. The American Public Health Association has contended that it’s ludicrous of politicians to claim that providers could somehow take on the 2.5 million Planned Parenthood patients that would be affected by a lack of funding.

The elephant in the room when it comes to Planned Parenthood is always going to be abortion and that’s just too damn bad. Because I love elephants. Are you morally opposed to abortion? Guess what, that’s your right and it’s cool you don’t have to get one! But you don’t get to tell anyone else how to live their lives. Or police their choices for their bodies. You cannot label yourself pro-life if your stance is to only teach abstinence education in schools, to take away healthcare options from women (yes say it with me, abortion is part of healthcare, deal with it) and then neglect and look down on these people as they try to raise children on government assistance because they’ve been left with no other options to break the cycle of poverty. It’s hypocritical to then try to pretend that it’s not all interconnected. That we’re all on the same level playing field with the same opportunities, income bracket and educational availability. Ignoring the reality of this perpetuates a broken system instead of actively trying to fix it, and I thought we were trying to make America great again?  

This project was so important to Maritza and I because we are genuinely afraid. She as a WOC and me as a woman who has heavily relied on preventive care to keep a pre-cancer diagnosis from turning into a full-blown one. And again we know that Disney princesses are not going to solve the world’s problems, but using our voices will and that’s why we did this. We find the arbitrary nature in which members of this new administration dismiss marginalized voices to be frightening. They haven’t been properly vetted. Their lack of empathy, and understanding make us afraid for ourselves and we are afraid for our friends within specifically targeted communities. We stand with Planned Parenthood this month for Cervical Cancer Awareness. We stand with them every month. And we will work to take down every wall this new administration tries to erect to keep us from the basic human right to exist.

If you want to donate to Planned Parenthood, go here. If you need to get in touch with your representatives, you can find them here. In the Senate Kirsten Gillibrand is currently working on an amendment to protect women’s healthcare from possible fallout of a repeal of ACA.  

#disneyprincess #disneyprincesses #obamacare #aca #planned parenthood #womens health

[psychlone]

January encompasses 2 awareness months for me. Thyroid Disease Cervical Cancer. ➰ I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis in my early 20s after I gained nearly 70 lbs in the matter of months and was unable to lose it back. ➰ 2 years ago on my 34th birthday I was diagnosed with Adenocarcinoma in situ of the Cervix. A thankfully non aggressive for of Cervical Cancer and have had 2 procedures to control it. #thyroidawareness #thyroidhealing #hashimotosthyroiditis #TSH #autoimmunedisease #cervicalcancer #cervicaldysplasia #adenocarcinomainsitu #cervivor #fightlikeagirl (at New York, New York) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsQkJg6AoRI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=db34064wprhh

#thyroidawareness #thyroidhealing #hashimotosthyroiditis #tsh #autoimmunedisease #cervicalcancer #cervicaldysplasia #adenocarcinomainsitu #cervivor #fightlikeagirl

[pathologylab]

Regular screening and timely vaccination with HPV can prevent the development or spread of cervical cancer in an individual's body.  

#Cervivor #EndCervicalCancer #CervicalCancerAwareness #CervicalCancerMonth #genetictesting

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[meanwhileinoz]

Illustrator Perfectly Uses Disney Characters And Princesses To Bring Attention To Women’s Health

There are over 14 million cases of sexually transmitted HPV cases in the United States every single year.

HPV (Human papillomavirus) is the leading cause of cervical cancer, one of the deadliest dangers to women’s health. Due to the stigma around STDs, such topics are considered taboo and aren’t readily or openly discussed in a public setting. That’s why artist Maritza Lugo and writer Danielle Sepulveres teamed up to raise awareness of the situation.

They drew Disney princesses in health clinics to show that they’re human just like the rest of us, and that they go through the same processes.

Source: HelloGiggles

Danielle Sepulveres (left) and Maritza Lugo (right).

  Aladdin and Jasmine.

The project is aimed to encourage and promote regular health visits to the doctor.

Since Disney princesses are such a personal part of so many people, this was extremely effective.

Danielle said:

“I want to bring attention to preventive health care for women in a way that was creative and would inspire discussion,”

The princesses undergo typical gynecological experiences.

From family planning to contraceptives to pap smears.

Cervivor is a large organisation and advocate of the project.

The goal is to make such topics more mainstream in the media.

After all, many people don’t even notice the symptoms before it’s too late.

Danielle further elaborated

“I always believed that we have our own individual Disney princesses because they represent the best parts of ourselves or how we want to be,

“And if we can identify with them, then maybe we can identify with the fact that we need to be proactive in taking care of our health.”

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[thetealsocietyblog]

On Tuesdays we wear teal! #ootd #outfitoftheday #psootd #plussizeootd #plussizefashion #effyourbeautystandards #pinupstyle #pinup #embraceyourcurves #bodypositivity #sexyatanysize #sexyatanyage #cervivor #cervicalcancerawareness #tealtuesdays #playingdressup #jenplaysdressup Source @jenplaysdressup #thetealsociety https://www.instagram.com/p/BtfObQsgFrS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1mnblwflds34j

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[catherineraephotography]

Survivor Saturday w/ Tonyia Renee - Maryland Photographer

After a short break to take vacation and get some much needed rest; I am back with another SURVIVOR!!!  Tonyia came to her session with a heavy heart after losing a loved one but she pushed through and we had a great time.  Tonyia had a smile and even though some tears were shed we still had an amazing time getting to know each other.  Everyone meet Tonyia! 

What type of Cancer were you diagnosed with and when?

I was diagnosed with stage 2b cervical cancer is February 2006. But only after having suffered severe pains and bleeding for 3 years leading up to a final diagnosis. 

2. How old were you when you were diagnosed?

I was just turning 30 years old.

 3. What/Who helped you get through your treatment?

I suffered in silence and was very alone from the very beginning of my process. I suffered from bleeding and pain in a way that I couldn't explain to people without feeling like I was complaining too much. Family members and friends knew something was wrong but I didn't confide in the truth until after having the cancer removed. 

 4. When were you deemed Cancer Free?

I was deemed cancer free in January 2007 at my 6 week follow up after a full hysterectomy 

5. What did you do to celebrate that special day and your anniversary day?

Honestly I don't have a ritual. I find myself celebrating being cancer free spontaneously. It hits me every so often and I GO OFF! I sing I cry I write...I just PRAISE God that I'm here!

6. Do you have any special charities that you are involved in or host as a survivor?

I have been active in a few charities since feeling comfortable enough to share my cancer story. I am currently the D.C. Chapter Leader for the National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC). I've also been a part of Cervivor a Cervical Cancer awareness organization created and ran by Tamika Felder and We Can-Cer Vive an organization geared to supporting suffers, survivors and caregivers of ALL affected by cancer created and ran by Mia Wright.

7. What advice would you give to someone that is just being diagnosed?

My advise to anyone just being diagnosed is to lean on your family and friend group for support. Begin to write a journal to help you organize your thoughts and this process. Don't shut out the people who could be your support system out of embarrassment or fear. Listen to all possible options and pray for what's best for you. Don't allow this temporary situation dictate the rest of your life!   

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[lyndsaymarvin]

Today, March 19, marks 10 years that I’ve been cervical cancer FREE 👊🏼💖 that feels good to say! 😌 ••• #cervicalcancer #cervivor #cancerfree https://ift.tt/2FmIZvH

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[iamcervivor]

It's #TMITuesday with #Cervivor Ambassador Jillian. She's had it with the stigma label and it's time to change the narrative. Watch this video and share your thoughts below. Share it too. #KnowledgeIsPower #gynocologist #wearecervivor #endcervicalcancer

#wearecervivor #endcervicalcancer #cervivor #gynocologist #knowledgeispower #tmituesday

[pathologylab]

Regular screening of cervical cancer with HPV and Pap tests can help detect cervical cancer and prevent several lives.

#Cervivor #EndCervicalCancer #CervicalCancerAwareness #CervicalCancerMonth #genetictesting

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