Facts About Cervical Cancer
Facts and FAQ handout in Chinese/English and Japanese/English about Cervical Cancer.
October 18, 2019 · PDF
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Use of Modern Technology for Women’s Health and Wellness
Video in Nepali about the importance of cervical cancer screening and related information.
February 22, 2017 · PDF, Video
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A New Life and New Tools
Video for Karen women about the importance of cervical cancer screening.
February 22, 2017 · PDF, Video
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Non-Hormonal Child Spacing Methods
This booklet in English and Somali gives information about child spacing, its benefits and different methods. This resource focuses on non-hormonal methods.
August 12, 2016 · PDF
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Hormonal Child Spacing Methods
This booklet in English and Somali gives information about child spacing, its benefits and different methods. This resource focuses on hormonal methods.
August 12, 2016 · PDF
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Permanent Child Spacing Methods: Sterilization
This booklet in English and Somali gives information about child spacing, its benefits and different methods. This resource focuses on permanent child spacing methods.
August 12, 2016 · PDF
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My Body: Human Reproductive Anatomy
This book uses simple illustrations and basic definitions to describe male and female reproductive anatomy.
August 12, 2016 · PDF
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Health Video Series For Congolese Refugees
A health video series from the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) forCongolese refugees, narrated in Kiswahili.
December 15, 2015 · Video
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What are Mammograms and Breast Cancer: A Narrated Slideshow in Somali
Video slideshow about mammograms and breast cancer, with Somali narration and English subtitles.
November 10, 2015 · PDF, Video
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Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attack in Women
PDF with pictures and simple text about the signs and symptoms of heart attack in women. Available in multiple languages.
September 25, 2012 · PDF
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Mammography and Breast Health
Information in Khmer and English about mammograms including what test results mean, biopsies and treatment options for breast cancer.
October 24, 2011 · PDF
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Chemotherapy Treatment for Breast Cancer
Explanation of chemotherapy for breast cancer in Amharic, English, Somali, and Tigrinya
March 1, 2010 · PDF
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Breast Cancer Surgery
Description of mastectomy, lumpectomy and potential side effects following these surgeries.
March 1, 2010 · PDF, Video
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Mammogram Instructions
Guidelines for patients about mammogram procedures and doing self-exams. In Amharic, Chinese, English, Khmer, Oromo, Somali, Spanish, Tirgrinya and Vietnamese.
September 24, 2009 · PDF
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What is a Mammogram?
Brochure about what mammograms they are, what test results mean, information about biopsies, and treatment options for breast cancer. English, Amharic, Oromo and Somali..
September 2, 2009 · PDF
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Pap Testing: A New Step on the Path to Women’s Health
A 6 page Chinese/English patient education pamphlet on pap testing.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Having a Pelvic Exam and Pap Test
Pamphlet in Khmer and English describing what happens during a pelvic exam and pap test.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Pap Tests: A Healthy Habit for Life
A Q&A booklet about pap testing in Khmer (Cambodian) and English.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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New Traditions to Preserve Health Pamphlet
A patient education pamphlet in Khmer (Cambodian) and English about the importance of pap testing.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Prevent Cervical Cancer: Take Care of Yourself and those You Love
Pamphlet in English and Vietnamese about the importance of preventing cervical cancer.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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The Preservation of Traditions
Video educating Cambodian women about the importance of pap testing. In Khmer with English subtitles.
August 17, 2009 · PDF, Video
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Good Health for the New Year
This video in Vietnamese uses family discussions to stress the importance of early screening for cervical cancer.
August 17, 2009 · Video
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A New Pathway to Women’s Health
Video about cervical cancer and the importance of pap testing. In Cantonese with English subtitles.
August 17, 2009 · PDF, Video
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Pap Test – An Important Step in Women’s Health
A PDF slideshow in Chinese and English about importance of cervical cancer screening for Chinese women.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Mammogram Pamphlet
An educational pamphlet about breast cancer and the importance of mammograms, in Chinese and Vietnamese.
August 17, 2009 · PDF
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Breastfeeding in Ramadhan
Helpful tips for Somali mothers r.e. maintaining a good breast milk supply during Ramadhan.
August 6, 2009 · Article
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Lymph Nodes & Breast Cancer
Explanation of what lymph nodes are, including information about lymph node biopsy and sentinel lymph node surgery. In English, Amharic, Somali and Tigrinya.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Cancer Glossary & Technical Terms
Technical terms and definitions related to breast cancer. In Amharic, English, Tigrinya and Somali.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Cancer: Hormones
Definition of hormones, hormone receptors and therapy in relation to breast cancer. In Amharic, English, Somali and Tigrinya.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
Introductory explanation of screening and diagnostic tests, and basic information about common treatments.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Biopsy
Description of and information about breast biopsy in Amharic, English, Somali and Tigrinya.
March 1, 2008 · PDF
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Breast Cancer Information Sheets
Information sheets in English and Khmer with facts about breast cancer and Asian Americans, risks, signs and symptoms, screening tests and guidelines.
October 1, 2003 · PDF
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External Resources
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- Breastfeeding Patient Education
Breastfeeding basics and breastfeeding problems (along with many more pregnancy and baby care topics) PDF fact sheets available in Arabic, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, English, French, Japanese, Portuguese Brazilian, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese. - Domestic Violence - Refugee Women's Alliance
The Refugee Women's Alliance is a nonprofit, multi-ethnic organization that promotes inclusion, independence, personal leadership and strong communities by providing refugee and immigrant women and families with culturally appropriate services. ReWA's bilingual/bicultural domestic violence advocates work with refugee and immigrant women to help them apply for protection orders, develop safety plans, access safe shelters, understand and navigate the legal system, and advocate for basic needs and services. - Oficina para la Salud de la Mujer
Spanish version of The Office on Women's Health (OWH) website. OWH coordinates women's health efforts across the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and addresses critical women's health issues by informing and advancing policies, educating health care professionals and consumers, and supporting innovative programs. - Pregnancy and Baby Care
Translated resources on pregnancy and baby care, in dozens of languages, available on Health Information Translations website. - Somali Refugee Women: Learn about your Health!
This four-part video series from the U.S. Administration for Children & Families aims to provide information to current and former Somali refugee women about their bodies and health, so they can make choices that are right for them.