Pink October campaign identifies abnormal test results and warns of high absenteeism in Ibiúna

Held last Saturday (10/17), the Pink October campaign, promoted by the Ibiúna City Government through the Health Department, offered preventive exams, breast ultrasounds and rapid tests, as well as providing a welcoming environment and moments of care for women's self-esteem. Among the results of the initiative, three women showed abnormalities in their exams, one in the cervix and two in the breast ultrasounds. The patients received guidance to continue their medical evaluation, reinforcing the importance of prevention and proper follow-up. However, one of the most striking figures was the number of absences: 178 women missed their scheduled exams. Of the 283 women scheduled for the Pap smear, 123 attended and 160 did not. For the breast ultrasound, of the 48 patients scheduled, 30 underwent the exam and 18 did not attend. The breast ultrasound exams were scheduled with women who were on the waiting list of the Placement Center. In total, there were 331 appointments and 178 absences, equivalent to approximately 54% of the visits planned for these two exams. The initiative also recorded 37 rapid tests for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B and C. Health Secretary Márcia Matos emphasized the importance of women prioritizing their own health care and attending their scheduled exams. “We must increasingly reinforce the importance of prevention. Exams are essential to identify possible abnormalities and allow each woman to receive the necessary follow-up. I always say: your absence matters! When a patient does not show up, an opportunity for care is wasted. That is why I ask women not to put their health off and to take advantage of the care opportunities,” she stressed. The Health Department reinforces that preventive care and follow-up of results are essential for women's health. In the case of the Pap smear, results are expected to be released in approximately 40 days and will be evaluated by the gynecology nursing team. If there are abnormalities, patients will be notified and referred for medical evaluation. The breast ultrasound results are already available at the Central Health Center, and patients should schedule a follow-up appointment with the requesting physician.

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