Throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, Dr. Christa Jillard-Ilić has made various media appearances discussing breast cancer screenings, treatment and support services for patients, and sharing encouraging stories.
In honor of breast cancer awareness month, Dr Christa Jillard-Ilić joined the the podcast, "A little bit TIPsy" to talk about breast cancer screening and prevention.
If Bernice Watson could share one message it would be: Never miss your annual check-up. In fact, this retired school teacher says being diligent about her screenings likely saved her life.
High blood pressure may have saved, SouthCoast Health patient, Jackie Parker’s life. A lump was notice in Jackie's breast during a check-up to monitor her blood pressure, and she was immediately directed on the necessary next steps by her medical team.
SouthCoast Health physician, Dr. Ben Watson appeared on WJCL to remind the community of the importance of getting your annual flu shot before this upcoming flu season is in full force.
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, SouthCoast Health is focused on highlighting the importance of mammograms, and making them more workable for you. Do not let the pandemic deter you from getting your annual mammogram.
Having participated in countless mastectomies as an operating room assistant, Lori Smith was now forced to look at this disease from the perspective of a patient when she was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 35 with no family history.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Though most people are aware of breast cancer, many do not take the steps to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same.