Prevent Cervical Cancer
House Bill H 3136: Prevent Cervical Cancer, sponsored by Representative Joan Brady is an important health initiative for South Carolina women. Read the bill at http://www.scstatehouse.net/sess117_2007-2008/bills/3136.htm
The Alliance for Women and the South Carolina Commission on Women sponsored an education forum to ensure that health facts are known as the debate continues.
The Alliance for Women and the South Carolina Commission on Women sponsored an education forum to ensure that health facts are known as the debate continues.
Those facts include:
(1) vaccine is most effective if given between ages 9 and 15;
(2) vaccine will eliminate worst of cervical cancer;
(3) eliminating cervical cancer will have a positive economic impact on the SC economy. The bill includes an "opt out" option for parents for any reason. From prior experience with vaccines, over 90% of folks will agree to having the vaccine. We have an opportunity to dramatically decrease cervical cancer in our lifetime.
Please read the bill and let your legislator know your feelings. Your voice will make a difference!
You Should Know
The salary penalty for women professionals leaving the career path is steep. Women who leave for less than one year see an 11% decrease in salary. Women who leave for three or more years see a 37% reduction in salary upon return.Thanks to the following organizations for their generous support and/or sponsorship:
