{"id":11925,"date":"2026-10-08T11:04:23","date_gmt":"2026-10-08T11:04:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/?post_type=news&p=11925"},"modified":"2026-10-08T11:04:23","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T11:04:23","slug":"pink-october-breast-cancer-awareness-and-womens-health","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/en\/news\/pink-october-breast-cancer-awareness-and-womens-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Pink October \u2013 Breast Cancer Awareness and Women’s Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This month serves as a powerful reminder that taking care of your health and attending regular preventive screenings can save lives.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

October is a month marked by the color pink. Pink October<\/strong> is an international campaign dedicated to raising awareness of breast cancer and women’s health<\/strong> in general, with a particular emphasis on prevention, regular screenings, early detection, and supporting women affected by cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take Care of Your Health \u2013 Regular Screenings Matter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This month serves as a powerful reminder that taking care of your health and attending regular preventive screenings can save lives. Timely examinations and a proactive approach to your well-being can significantly contribute to the early detection of diseases and more successful treatment outcomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breast Self-Examination<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Women are encouraged to check their breasts once a month and pay attention to any changes in their appearance or feel. For women who menstruate, the best time to perform a breast self-examination is a few days after their period ends, when the breasts are generally less tender and swollen. It is important to become familiar with your body and seek medical advice if you notice any new or unusual changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Breast Ultrasound and Mammography<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Breast ultrasound and mammography play an important role in the early detection of breast abnormalities. The most appropriate screening method and frequency depend on age, personal and family risk factors, and a physician’s recommendations. Younger women are often advised to undergo an annual breast ultrasound, while women over 40 may be advised to have both an ultrasound and an annual mammogram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

National Breast Cancer Early Detection Program<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Croatia has implemented a National Breast Cancer Early Detection Program, through which women aged 50 to 69 are invited to undergo a free mammogram every two years. Participating in preventive screening programs is an important step toward detecting breast cancer at an early stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gynecological Examinations and Pap Tests<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Taking care of women’s health goes beyond breast examinations. Regular gynecological check-ups and appropriate screening tests, including Pap tests as recommended by a physician, play an important role in detecting cervical abnormalities early and preventing cervical cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cervical cancer<\/a><\/strong> most commonly occurs in women between the ages of 30 and 50<\/strong>, although cellular changes may begin much earlier. Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is associated with an increased risk of developing this malignancy, as well as other conditions and cancers, including vulvar cancer<\/a><\/strong>, vaginal cancer in women, anal cancer, and genital warts in both women and men. Regular<\/strong> Pap tests<\/strong><\/a> and<\/strong> HPV testing<\/strong><\/a> can help detect precancerous changes early and prevent the development of cervical cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gynecology at IMC Priora<\/strong><\/a> provides comprehensive care for women throughout every stage of life, supported by an experienced medical team and modern diagnostic technology. Our approach is tailored to each patient’s individual needs and incorporates minimally invasive techniques, including advanced Da Vinci robotic surgery<\/strong><\/a>. We focus on early diagnosis, prevention, and effective treatment of gynecological conditions, with particular attention to patient safety, surgical precision, and ensuring a positive experience during every visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Cervical cancer<\/a><\/strong> most commonly occurs in women between the ages of 30 and 50<\/strong>, although cellular changes may begin much earlier. Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is associated with an increased risk of developing this malignancy, as well as other conditions and cancers, including vulvar cancer<\/a><\/strong>, vaginal cancer in women, anal cancer, and genital warts in both women and men. Regular<\/strong> Pap tests<\/strong><\/a> and<\/strong> HPV testing<\/strong><\/a> can help detect precancerous changes early and prevent the development of cervical cancer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Do not wait for symptoms to appear. Take care of your health, attend regular preventive screenings, and speak with your physician about the examinations most appropriate for your age and individual health needs.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Pink October highlights the importance of breast cancer prevention and women’s health. Learn more about preventive screenings and detection.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":11923,"template":"","news-category":[20],"class_list":["post-11925","news","type-news","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","news-category-for-patients"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news\/11925","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/news"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11923"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11925"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"news-category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.priora.eu\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/news-category?post=11925"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}