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BBC News
a day ago
- Health
- BBC News
'I believe routine smear test saved my life'
"If it wasn't for that, I wouldn't be here to tell my story."Toni Smith from Eastwood, in Nottinghamshire, went for a routine smear test when she was 28-years-old and believes doing so saved her screening is for human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes most cervical cancers, and women between the ages of 25 and 64 are offered it every few more than five million women are not up to date with the test, according to the government. Just 68.8% of women currently take up the offer of cervical cancer screening - well below the NHS England target of 80%.Toni told the BBC that after going for a routine smear test, HPV was found and she was later diagnosed with cervical cancer in February 2019. The mother-of-two was later offered a range of treatments by the NHS and chose to have a hysterectomy. 'Please, just go' The 36-year-old was in remission for five years until July last year when she got the all said: "I think my reflection is life is only a proportion of what goes on if you don't attend."It's uncomfortable, but that's going to save your life – it saved mine."Toni urged women to attend cervical screening and added: "Please, please just go."NHS England has now announced from January, a test which can be done at home that contains a long cotton-wool bud to swab the lining of the vagina, will be said she thinks the concept is an "amazing idea" and added: "The home testing kits gives that benefit to the woman, you haven't got to go somewhere, you don't have to feel uncomfortable, it's done in your own time."The Department for Health and Social Care in England said the scheme would tackle "deeply entrenched barriers" that keep women away from cervical can be due to embarrassment, discomfort, lack of time as well as religious or cultural concerns.A recent trial showed the rollout of home test kits across England could increase the proportion screened to 77% over three years.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Local ministry plans new thrift store and pantry expansion
CARTHAGE, Mo. — A local ministry kicks off its campaign to raise a million dollars. Carthage Crosslines Ministries held its million-dollar open house Friday (5/16). The event marks the official start to the ministry's fundraising campaign. The funds will help pay for the expansion of the current facility and a new 5,000 square foot thrift store. So far, Carthage Crosslines has raised close to $300,000. The ministry operates a non-profit food pantry and clothing closet, providing free food and basic necessities to those in need. 'You know, we even provide children with haircuts. I remember being very low income when I was a child, and I never got good shoes, and I never got a proper haircut. When parents begin to weep in front of me because their child got a haircut and a good pair of shoes and new clothes, and I've accomplished my mission,' said Carthage Crosslines Ministries Executive Director, Toni Smith. Organizers say the mission of Carthage Crosslines Ministries is to provide hope and well-being through nutritious food and essential household items. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Carthage Crosslines to kick off million-dollar capital campaign
CARTHAGE, Mo. — Carthage Crosslines Ministries is kicking off a capital campaign to raise $1 million to pay for an addition and a new thrift store. Toni Smith, executive director, said the campaign starts with a 'Million Dollar Open House' from 4-7 p.m. Friday at the ministry, 600 E. Sixth St. in Carthage. 'That's what we need — $1 million,' Smith said. 'We already have about $200,000 in the bank, and we have a promise from Schreiber for another $75,000, so we're almost at $300,000 already. We've invited lots of donors, lots of people. Of course, we want their money, but we want to walk them through our building. We're going to have some food, and we're going to show them what we do. I'll have volunteers strategically placed in the building, and they'll have two minutes to introduce themselves and tell people about how they help with different areas, like the clothing area, the birthday gift area or the canned goods area. That way people can get done with a whole tour of the building and get a glimpse of our ministry in about 20 minutes.' Smith said needs are growing in Carthage and that Crosslines needs to grow to meet them. The plan is to construct a nearly 5,000-square-foot building on land the ministry owns just south of its current building. She said she has a shed, a 20-foot-long shipping container and a 40-foot-long shipping container already full of donated clothes, household goods, toys and other items that she needs to put somewhere so it is more readily available for clients. 'From Monday through Thursday, everything we have at Crosslines is completely free for our clients,' Smith said. 'Friday and Saturday, whatever donation you bring to me may turn into laundry soap or some other hygiene item for someone in desperate need. About a year ago, we had a one-day sale in front of our store with clothes and stuff to raise money to buy Christmas presents for kids. It went so well I asked the board if we could do a thrift store in the building every Friday, use the money to buy hygiene products for our clients, birthday gifts for our kids, Christmas gifts and items for back to school. Our little thrift store has done so well we opened it on Saturday as well and made $20,000 out of those two little days last year. I spent over $10,000 on hygiene products and a couple thousand on our Christmas and our back-to-school kids.' Carthage Crosslines also operates a food bank for people in need. In addition to warehouse space, the new building will have garage space for the box truck and the forklift Crosslines recently bought with grants from Schreiber Foods. People can call Carthage Crosslines at 417-358-1577 or go to the ministry's website, to get more information.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
What the new Real ID will & won't do, and where & how to get it
IOWA — Delayed many times over the last decade, the deadline to get the new Real ID (aka 'Gold Star license') is fast approaching. Iowans intending to fly domestically and/or access federal buildings and nuclear facilities will need to have theirs starting on May 7th, 2025. Iowa DOT officials say Iowans have done a better job than most. 'As of last month, the national average for Real ID acceptance was around 56%,' said Toni Smith of the Iowa DOT. 'Iowans have a 74% Real ID acceptance rate.' The idea for this extra-secure piece of identification dates all the way back to 2005 — to the 9-11 Commission. Despite that, everyone does NOT need a Real ID. Only those who: Intend to fly domestically Wish to enter Federal buildings and facilities (not including Federal courts) Wish to enter nuclear facilities Those flying internationally will still need their passport, and a passport can always be used in place of a Real ID in all situations. Governor's math literacy bill advanced by House lawmakers A traditional driver's license will continue to suffice for: Driving Voting Purchasing alcohol, tobacco, and other age-restricted goods Accessing hospitals Use at the post office Reporting to Federal court Applying and receiving Federal benefits To get a Real ID, go to your Iowa DOT office and bring: One document to prove your identity and date of birth (like your birth certificate or passport) One document to prove your Social Security number (like your Social Security card or — since it's tax season — a W-2 or 1099 that has your whole social security number on it) Two documents to prove your physical address (utilities bills, a piece of postmarked mail, a pay stub, or a bank or credit card statement will all work) Your current driver's license will not count as one of these forms of ID, but still bring it, you'll trade it in for your Real ID. If the thought of bringing a bunch of extra stuff to the DOT office and sitting in line to do all this makes you feel sick, you're not alone, but don't fear, Toni Smith has a secret. 'The best route to go is to go to our website and you can schedule an appointment. You'll get in and out very quickly.' Iowa News: 'Forgetting to Remember': Norwalk family shares Alzheimer's experience What the new Real ID will & won't do, and where & how to get it Governor's math literacy bill advanced by House lawmakers Highlights from Iowa high school state wrestling tournament Wednesday Bird flu detected in Sac County turkey flock Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
