Between check-ups, you are the best person to keep a watch on your health. This part of the book shows ways you can check yourself for signs of cancer.

FOR WOMEN
  Do a Breast Self-Exam (BSE) Once a Month

FOR MEN
  Do a Testicle Self-Exam Once a Month

FOR WOMEN AND MEN
  Do a Skin Self-Exam Once a Month

Sometimes people are afraid to do these checks. They don't want to know that they might be sick. If you feel this way, keep two things in mind:

• Most of the time when someone finds a lump or other sign, nothing serious is wrong.
• Cancer may be cured if you find it early.

These self-exams can help you find cancer early, BUT they cannot take the place of regular check-ups with your health care provider. To keep yourself healthy and find signs of cancer early, be sure to see your health care provider for the screening tests you need.

Health Education and Adult Literacy
HEAL: Breast & Cervical Cancer

Developed by World Education
September 2000