Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic

10/31/2025

There are still a few more days to sign up and join us in this collaboration with The Momologue Collective. Keep an eye out for anonymous responses shared on our feed in the coming weeks!

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💥 Text Prompt v2.0: $ex Ed and your kids.

In response to US Federal cuts to healthcare advocacy and education, How are you talking to your kids about $ex? Opt-in to an 8-week text-prompt solicitation exploring the topic with me and eachother. Your anonymous replies will be shared publically and with Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic in Homer, Alaska; a steadfast, caring non-profit organization trying to do more with less.

Let’s share what can be hard to share.

Opt in by by 11/4. Prompts are automatically sent twice a week from 11/5-12/28. 💛🧡

Please share among all caregivers navigating this kind of territory.

Learn more and sign up at www.momologuecollective.com

10/29/2025

Did you know? 💞1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. 💞 However, if breast cancer is diagnosed in its early stages, 99% of people will survive 5 years or more. Getting regular mammograms can help establish a baseline of information about your body, making it easier for radiologists to detect changes over time. This helps medical providers identify potentially cancerous cells at an early stage when treatment is more likely to be successful. Early detection saves lives!

For support and information about breast cancer risk, screening options, and to schedule an appointment call KBFPC at 907-235-3436. To learn more about breast health and local awareness events this month, visit https://kbfpc.org/bcam-2025!

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10/25/2025

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our Pink Flag campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

KBFPC would like to recognize a final round of the generous sponsors who have donated $300 or more: , , Kharacters Alaskan Bar, Summit Physical Therapy, Inc. and Uncle Herb's_Homer. We appreciate your support!

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10/24/2025

Stories like this are why KBFPC provides life-saving screenings, referrals, and follow-up care — regardless of income or insurance status.

Your gift this year-end = more stories of hope. Every $1 donated = $2 thanks to our year end match, plus 🎉gifts of $1,000 or more will be double-matched🎉2:1 up to $25,000!

Please give today at https://kbfpc.org/donate.

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10/22/2025

Did you know? 💗For people of average risk it is recommended to start discussing annual screening mammograms at age 40.💗 "Average risk” means someone with no family or personal history of breast cancer or a genetic mutation linked to increased risk.

Mammograms are low-dose x-rays of the breast, with very little radiation exposure (less than half the amount of radiation the average person is exposed to in a year from natural sources.) Other tools like an ultrasound or MRI can be used to follow-up in situations where the radiologist would like more information about previous imaging. Mammography is still the best screening tool to detect breast cancer early!

If you’d like to learn more about breast cancer screening or schedule an appointment, contact KBFPC at 907-235-3436. For more information about breast health and local awareness events this month, visit https://kbfpc.org/bcam-2025!

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Every October, we like to share specific information about breast cancer to raise awareness and help empower your health decisions. Follow along this month to stay in the know! Click here to learn about KBFPC’s Pink Flag campaign in October. Fact: Most people who develop breast cancer don’t have...

10/17/2025

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our Pink Flag campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

KBFPC would like to recognize another round of many generous sponsors who have donated $300 or more: South Peninsula Haven House, Zachary & Bethany Casey, East End Mini Storage/Top Shelf Storage, , SPITwSPOTS, Inc. and Alyeska Tire. We appreciate your support!

ID: A pink graphic with the Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic logo and a pink Breast Cancer Awareness Month ribbon. “Thank you to these special Pink Flag sponsors” with the six supporters' names.

10/16/2025

We’re so glad South Peninsula Hospital Wellness Wednesday events are back! Join KBFPC next week for an evening of free health education, food, and movement:

Wednesday October 22, at KPC - Kachemak Bay Campus in Homer

From 5:30-6:30pm KBFPC’s experienced providers will share information about Breast Cancer Screening for All Ages - risks related to age, the importance of early detection, and recommended screenings for everyone. Then from 6:30-7:30pm enjoy Yin Yoga with Metis Riley - slow movement perfect for the changing seasons. Plus free soup and bread from SPH!

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10/15/2025

DID YOU KNOW? 💖There are many choices you can make to reduce your risk of developing breast cancer, including nutrition, exercise, and decreasing to***co use and alcohol consumption.💖 For example, alcohol can raise estrogen levels in the body, and alcohol is a toxin which can damage DNA from the onset of drinking. This damage can increase the risk of developing multiple cancers, including breast cancer. Avoiding or cutting back on alcohol is an important way for many women to lower their risk!

If you’re concerned about your breast health or are due for your Annual Wellness Visit, contact KBFPC at 907-235-3436. Our sliding fee scale means everyone gets the care they deserve, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Join us in putting the spotlight on prevention this month, and learn more about breast health and local awareness events at https://kbfpc.org/bcam-2025.

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10/13/2025

Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic will be closed Monday 10/13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day.

If you are having an emergency, please go to the ER. Condoms, emergency contraception, and pregnancy tests are also available at local pharmacies.

10/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to our Pink Flag campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

KBFPC would like to recognize another round of many generous sponsors who have donated $300 or more: Homer United Methodist Church, Ulmer's Drug & Hardware, Wild Honey Bistro Homer, Salty Dawg Saloon, Homer's Jeans, and Bay Club Homer, Alaska. We appreciate your support!



ID: A pink graphic with the Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic logo and a pink Breast Cancer Awareness Month ribbon. “Thank you to these special Pink Flag sponsors” with the six business names.

10/09/2025

This October, we're putting the spotlight on prevention!

Did you know? 💕Most people who develop breast cancer don’t have any breast cancer in their family.💕

Only about 5-10% of breast cancer cases are thought to be hereditary, most caused by an inherited mutation in the BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene. Regardless of genetic risk, there are other factors related to developing breast cancer such as lifestyle choices, breast tissue density, random mutations in breast tissue, and age, so regular mammogram screenings are important for early detection.

If you are interested in genetic testing for hereditary cancers or to schedule an appointment for cancer screenings, contact KBFPC at 907-235-3436. To learn more about breast health and local awareness events this month, visit https://kbfpc.org/bcam-2025.

ID: A night-sky graphic with two pink spotlights shining on the words “Most people who develop breast cancer don’t have a history in their family” with a pink awareness ribbon, the Kachemak Bay Family Planning Clinic logo, and “Breast Cancer Awareness Month.”

10/07/2025

Because “the talk” is never just a one time thing…

Are you a parent or caregiver of a pr***en/teen? Do you have questions like:
🧐How can I stay informed and educated?
🙋How can I be more approachable?
🧡How can I best explain my values to my teen?
📣How can I best address uncomfortable topics?

Teens and young adults report that ⏩PARENTS⏪ are the most influential factor in a young person’s relationships, health, and personal identity.

Join KBFPC Teen Health for our monthly “Birds, Bees, and Beyond” meetup and connect with other caregivers in your community about the challenges of adolescence. 🐦🐝♾️KBFPC can support you with educational information, resources, and tools to help you guide your teen or pr***en in their developmental journey this year!

Monday, October 20 from 5:30-6:30pm at Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay Campus in Homer. (Food will be provided.)

And mark your calendars 📅 this series will continue on the third Monday of every month!

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