Welcome to Project Nana
Our Mission
Project Nana, Inc. is a tax-exempt 501c3 nonprofit public health organization that seeks to promote awareness of the need for, improve perceptions of, and increase the consistency of gynecological screenings in post-menopausal seasoned women. Our goal is to reduce the number of new late-stage diagnoses of gynecologic cancers and STIs.
Our Services
Women's Health Advocacy
Advancing health equity for women 55 years and older means creating awareness and advocating for change in language and policies that diminish the importance of on going, preventative women’s healthcare beyond the reproductive season. |
Workshops
There is a need to amplify voices surrounding nuanced discussions on women’s health. We support seasoned women by making certain they are educated about continuing gynecologic care in order to improve health outcomes and overall quality of life. Through our innovative approach to educational workshops, we provide a safe, hands on, fun and informative learning environment that empowers women to become more engaged in their healthcare. Hear and share stories with other women and learn from leading healthcare providers and advocates. |
Provider and Peer Training
An informed and empowered seasoned woman understands that she is a partner in her health journey. We train healthcare providers in techniques to improve their patient engagement. We also equip peer support teams with tools to assist women with navigating resources and services. |
OTHER SERVICES INCLUDE: Resource referral and assistance, Research, and Community outreach activities!
If you have any questions or concerns, or just want to tell us about how Project Nana has made an impact in your life, please use this contact form to get in touch!
Upcoming Events
We will begin monthly programming in February 2021. This will include workshops, panels, training opportunities and other special events. What can you do in the meantime? Share the eligibility survey with everyone and anyone that you believe would benefit from one of our many planned events. The person with the most referrals will be getting a special gift from us.
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Research Shows...
Post-menopausal women are at an increased risk for developing gynecologic cancers. In addition, health disparities – or differences – exist among different groups of women that could contribute to increased rates of gynecologic cancers. These health disparities can result in some women lacking access to a gynecologist or other healthcare provider, delayed diagnosis of a gynecologic cancer, or not receiving the proper screenings and tests needed to ensure a healthy future.
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The Facts According to the CDC, 1 in 20 women between the ages of 66-70 has never had a Pap smear. The older a woman gets, the less likely she will receive a Pap smear. Recent research has found that the number of new cases of cervical cancer increases with age and that more Black women are diagnosed with cervical cancer compared to White women. |
Growing Number of Seasoned Women According to the U.S. Census Bureau, by 2060 nearly 1 in 4 Americans will be over 65 years of age, with over 51 million of those 65 and older being women. |
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Racial Disparitites Although Black Americans make up only 12% of the US population, compared to White Americans they have higher rates of HIV diagnoses, higher rates of STI diagnoses (including syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia), late diagnoses for certain gynecologic cancers, and generally have lower survival rates when diagnosed with gynecologic cancer. In addition, women living in the U.S. South are more likely to be diagnosed with HIV, STIs, cervical cancer, or ovarian cancer compared to other regions of the U.S. |
Screening Recommendations National organizations such as The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommend that women continue to receive gynecological care throughout their lifetime. An annual well-woman visit, as it is called, may consist of a pelvic exam, a Pap smear, cancer, and STI screenings, as well as counseling by a gynecologist or women’s health practitioner to cover other female sexual health needs. |
OUR TEAM
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