Women’s health was a big focus for me this month and that’s why I’m writing you today.
In an effort to raise awareness about National Cervical Health Awareness Month, I met with medical professionals, cancer advocates and cancer survivors at the Broward County Health Department. Each year more than 12,000 American women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and a third of them will die from it.
That’s why cutting-edge facilities like the one at the Broward County Health Department are crucial in the effort to increase early detection and treatment. They offer free screening exams for breast and cervical cancers, as well as treatment to women who need it. I am committed to making sure that my constituents have all the information and resources they need to keep themselves healthy. And I will continue to work hard to ensure that Congress does its part in the fight against cancer.Read more
Another movement that’s gaining momentum in South Florida is the effort against human trafficking. Right here in the United States, an estimated 200,000 people, some as young as 13, are being sold into prostitution and pornography. In honor of National Slavery and Trafficking Prevention Month, my office organized a roundtable meeting with Broward County's Human Trafficking Coalition, the Broward Sheriff's Office, the FBI Miami Bureau, local law enforcement and women and children's advocacy groups to talk about how to address this tragic issue. Read more
We’ve come a long way in the last few decades when it comes to women’s rights and we must continue to do our part to protect those rights and encourage the women in our lives to take care of their health.
I am proud to be an advocate for South Florida, and my office is always open to you. You can reach us in Pembroke Pines at954-437-3936, in Aventura at 305-936-5724 and in Washington, DC at 202-225-7931. I’m also available online athttp://wassermanschultz.house.
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