Free Mammography Screening: The Scan Van is Coming to the UES on Thursday, May 2nd
My office, in partnership with Project Renewal's Scan Van program, is coordinating a free mammography screening program on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013. Screenings start at 8:30 a.m. at the Lenox Hill Neighborhood House, located at 331 East 70th Street just west of First Avenue. The mobile mammography van will be parked on First Avenue between 70th and 71st Streets.
Aside from non-melanoma skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer affecting women in the United States. According to the National Cancer Institute, it is estimated that 226,870 women were diagnosed with and 39,510 women died of breast cancer in 2012. Early detection of breast cancer is the best way to prevent its worst consequences. I hope that the women of our community will take advantage of this service, specifically those who may not have been able to get a mammogram in the past. It's a vital step to protecting your health.
This service is available to any woman over 40 years of age who has not had a mammogram in the past 12 months, regardless of insurance coverage. Space is limited and appointments are necessary, so women who are interested should schedule their appointments as soon as possible by calling Project Renewal at 1-800-564-6868. All appointments must be made by May 1st.
If you schedule an appointment, it is recommended that, on the day of your visit, you wear a two-piece outfit, and refrain from using any oil, powder, deodorant, or perfume. If you have Medicare, Medicaid or other health insurance, you must bring your card with you, though you will not be charged any co-payment. If you do not have health insurance, your services will be paid for by the New York State Cancer Services Program. The results of your mammogram will be sent to you within 10 business days.
These professional medical services will be provided by the Project Renewal Scan Van.