Indigenous Health Topics: Uterine Cancer

Indigenous Health Topics is dedicated to featuring speakers who are recognized experts in health, education, and research—locally, regionally, and nationally. Presentations center on issues that significantly affect American Indian and Alaska Native communities. In this discussion, Dr. John Molina, an adjunct lecturer from the University of Arizona College of Public Health and director of the Arizona Advisory Council on Indian Health Care, presents on uterine cancer and Native Americans. He addresses topics such as risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment, as well as health concerns specific to the Indigenous community. After his presentation, Dr. Molina takes questions and comments from the community. Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by guests are solely those of the individuals and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Mayo Clinic. Mayo Clinic does not endorse or assume responsibility for any statements made by participants. Chapters: 00:00- Intro and Overview 04:40- Anatomy of the Uterus 07:04- Uterine Cancer 09:11- Risk Factors for Endometrial Cancer 23:00- Symptoms of Uterine Cancer 26:55- Diagnosis of Uterine Cancer 31:42- Treatment of Uterine Cancer 35:43- Endometrial Cancer and Native Americans 45:23- Preventing Uterine Cancer 47:20- Q&A From Mayo Clinic to your inbox (free): https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/newsletters Visit Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org Connect with Mayo Clinic: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mayoclinic Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayoclinic X: https://x.com/MayoClinic Threads: https://www.threads.net/@mayoclinic