NCCC Florida (South Florida)
Chapter Leader: Visleyn’s Story
Visleyn Lopez struggled to get both her healthcare providers and her family to take her health concerns seriously before she was diagnosed with cervical cancer. She reflects on the difficulties in managing the disease and a young wife and mother and the toll cancer has taken on her.
Appearance on Lifetime’s Access Health
Viselyn was featured on Lifetime channel’s Access Health®, a half-hour health and wellness series covering fitness, medical and nutrition topics. Lopez her personal story of her cervical cancer diagnosis and treatment and experts discuss the importance of prevention.
Radio Interview
Listen to a recent interview with chapter leader Visleyn Lopez on Miami HITS 97.3. Lopez discusses her experience with cervical cancer and her work raising awareness about cervical cancer prevention.
Want to learn more about the chapter? Interested in volunteering for an upcoming event or fundraiser, or just getting more information? Contact Visleyn Lopez to learn more.
Cervical Cancer Prevention in Florida
This downloadable fact sheet outlines the key steps to prevent cervical cancer—vaccinate early and screen regularly. Customized for the Miami chapter, it also highlights statistics that show the burden of cervical cancer in Florida.