Samantha's Love Remembered Foundation
Take care of YOU so you can take care of OTHERS
WOMEN’S HEALTH IS IMPORTANT!
This foundation promotes women’s health, particularly gynecological screenings to prevent cancer and save lives. We honor all women, especially minority women, who often prioritize the well-being of others despite their own challenges.
This foundation is inspired by Samantha Lorraine Robinson, a strong and hardworking woman who battled cervical cancer until her passing on August 05,2023.
Her story reminds us of the importance of early screenings.
Did You Know?
• Each year in the United States, about 11,500 new
cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed and about 4,000
women die from it.
• Cancer affects 1 in 3 people in the United States.
• You can have cervical cancer even if you have not been
sexually active or had a new partner for many years.
• There’s NO treatment for HPV. Most HPV infections do not cause any problems and are cleared by your body within 2 years.
This foundation is inspired by Samantha Lorraine Robinson, a strong and hardworking woman who battled cervical cancer until her passing on August 05,2023.
Her story reminds us of the importance of early screenings.
Samantha Lorraine Robinson, a strong hard-working woman that worked continually even when she felt fatigue, even when she felt pain, but she pressed on and pressed on until the tragic day of June 19, 2023. She had been experiencing heavy bleeding for several months.
On this particular day, she had to leave work early due to the bleeding. After arriving home, she passed out on her bathroom floor. With the abetment from her youngest daughter, the bloody mess was cleaned and the ambulance was called. The hospital completed many tests and diagnosed her with Stage 4, Cervical Cancer. In just the matter of three short months, the cancer became aggressive, spreading throughout the body causing a premature death. August 05,2023, at the age of 54years old, Samantha Lorraine Robinson transitioned, leaving behind three daughters; a 32 year old, a 31 year old, a 20 year old and 2 young grandchildren.
Don’t let this be your story! THINK... How can you pour unto others if you are empty? WOMEN’S HEALTH IS IMPORTANT!
Cancer is a condition where cells grow
uncontrollably because something goes wrong in the normal cell life cycle.
There are two main categories of cancer:
• Blood cancers (like leukemia and
lymphoma)
• Solid tumor cancers (such as breast,
prostate, lung, and colorectal
cancers).
Signs are measurable by others (e.g., fever or bleeding), while Symptoms are noticed by the individual (e.g., pain or fatigue).
Metastasized cancer has spread from its primary location.
Benign neoplasms are non-spreading
cancers.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) causes warts and is the most common sexually
transmitted infection.
The Pap test checks cervical cells for HPV-related changes that could lead to
cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer affects the cervix, the lower part of the uterus, and is primarily caused by the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) transmitted through sexual contact. In its early stages, it often presents no symptoms, but as it advances, it can lead to abnormal vaginal discharge, pelvic pain, vaginal bleeding, and painful sex. Early detection is crucial for successful treatment through methods like surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
Risk Factors:
Factors contributing to cervical cancer risk
include multiple sexual partners, early sexual activity,
certain sexually transmitted infections (e.g., chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV/AIDS), and smoking.
Screening Awareness:
Screening for cervical cancer should commence at age 25 and continue until age 65. Regular screening helps detect cancer early, when it’s more treatable, reducing the risk of premature death. Various screening tests are available.
A Pap smear collects cervical cells to test for HPV and detect cervical cancer early. It offers a higher chance of successful treatment and can identify changes in cervical cells that may lead to cancer.
What is HPV?
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus, often asymptomatic. It can cause genital warts and, in some cases, cancer. High-risk HPV types are linked to cancers like cervical, anal, penile, vulval, vaginal, and some head and neck cancers. Condoms provide partial protection but not full immunity.
Remember, early screening and vaccination against HPV are vital steps in preventing cervical cancer.
Sources:
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/screening/american-cancer-society-guidelines-for-the-early-detection-of-cancer.html
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S009174352030431X