from the Herman Ernest Health Care Initiative

When: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Time: 2 pm – 5 pm

Where:
New Orleans Fire Department Headquarters
317 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA 70130
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• Louisiana has 1 of the 3 highest cancer death rates in the USA (according to the American Cancer Society).
• African Americans have 2X the mortality rate compared to their non-African American counterparts.
• Uninsured patients have 3X the mortality rate compared to their insured counterparts.
• Please get screened today to improve these outcomes!

Cancer Screening Facts

• Screenings are non-invasive.
• Tulane doctors or interns will perform the screenings.
• They will first ask you a few questions to determine your risk level.
• They will look inside your mouth, feel your gums and cheeks, feel your neck for any lumps.