Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month Social Media Toolkit

Share the following information across your social accounts during the month of September to spread awareness about gynecologic cancers.

General Information Post Examples

Use the hashtags #GynecologicCancerAwarenessMonth, #GCAM, #MoveTheMessage and #Move4Her.

Tag FWC on your preferred social media channel in the post! 

  • Facebook: @foundationforwomenscancer
  • Instagram: @foundationforwomenscancer
  • X: @GynCancer
  • LinkedIn: @foundation-for-womens-cancer

During Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month (GCAM), visit foundationforwomenscancer.org for information about gynecologic cancer symptoms and treatment, risk and prevention, clinical trials and survivor stories.

Gynecologic oncologists are medical doctors with specialized training in treating gynecologic cancers. If cervical, ovarian, uterine/endometrial cancer, vaginal, or vulvar cancer is suspected or diagnosed, seek care from a gynecologic oncologist.

The (tagged) Foundation for Women’s Cancer (FWC) offers free, downloadable educational materials, many of them available in three languages: English, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese. These guides can help you learn about the five gynecologic cancers and related topics such as postoperative pain management, financial resources for cancer patients, survivorship and more.

Gynecologic Cancer Specific Posts

Copy and paste the following text to your personal social media channels.

#CervicalCancer symptoms include abnormal vaginal discharge or bleeding, bleeding after vaginal sex, vaginal odor and pelvic or abdominal pain. Any of these signs should be checked out by a gynecologist. 

bit.ly/fwc-cervical-cancer

Most cases of #CervicalCancer are now preventable. The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is recommended as early as age 9 and is approved for patients up to age 45. bit.ly/fwc-cervical-cancer

The best way to find #CervicalCancer early is to have regular Pap tests and HPV tests at intervals recommended by your health care provider. bit.ly/fwc-cervical-cancer

There is currently no good screening for #OvarianCancer. See a gynecologist if you experience any of these symptoms for more than a few weeks: bloating, urinary symptoms (urgency or frequency), pelvic or abdominal pain, difficulty eating or feeling full quickly. bit.ly/fwc-ovarian-cancer

#OvarianCancer early detection tips: See a doctor if you have symptoms. Schedule regular check-ups, including pelvic exams. Know your family history and ask your doctor about genetic testing. bit.ly/fwc-ovarian-cancer

Transvaginal ultrasounds and CA 125 blood tests may be offered to screen those with a high risk of #OvarianCancer due to an inherited genetic syndrome such as Lynch syndrome, BRCA gene mutations or a strong family history of breast and ovarian cancer. youtu.be/yQOSoo1MltU

#EndometrialCancer, also known as #UterineCancer, is the most common gynecologic cancer. Getting to and staying at a healthy weight is one way to lower your risk of endometrial cancer. bit.ly/fwc-endo-cancer

Early detection improves the chances #EndometrialCancer will be treated successfully. See a gynecologist if you experience unusual vaginal bleeding, spotting or discharge. bit.ly/fwc-endo-cancer

At menopause, all women should be told about the risks and symptoms of #EndometrialCancer, and strongly encouraged to report any vaginal bleeding, spotting or discharge to their doctor. bit.ly/fwc-endo-cancer

Signs of #VaginalCancer include unusual vaginal bleeding, bleeding after vaginal sex, pain, problems with urination or bowel movements, a watery discharge, or a lump or mass in the vagina. If you experience any of these symptoms, see a gynecologist. bit.ly/fwc-vaginal-cancer

#VaginalCancer is associated with the human papillomavirus (HPV) types 16 and 18— the #HPV vaccine can be used to prevent HPV infection. Routine wellness visits and cervical cancer screenings can sometimes find early invasive vaginal cancer. bit.ly/fwc-vaginal-cancer

Signs of #VulvarCancer or pre-cancer include chronic itching, abnormal bleeding or discharge, skin color changes (lighter or darker, red or pink), bump or lump with wart- like or raw surfaces. Any symptoms should be checked out by a gynecologist. bit.ly/fwc-vulvar-cancer

While there is no standard screening for #VulvarCancer, knowing what to look for can help with early detection—an area on the vulva that looks different than normal, a bump or lump (red, pink or white), thickening of the skin of the vulva or an open sore. bit.ly/fwc-vulvar-cancer

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