For
more than 20 years, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM) has educated
women about early breast cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment. NBCAM
continues reaching out to women with several key messages, most notably, the
importance of early detection through annual mammography screening for women
over 40, or earlier for women at increased risk.
Mammography
screenings are a woman's best chance for detecting breast cancer early. When
coupled with new treatment options, mammography screenings can significantly
improve a woman's chances of survival. Independent reports indicate that this
has been instrumental in the increase in the survival rate for women with
breast cancer. In some cases, mammograms can detect the cancer even before you
can feel it with your fingers.
During the month of October, Haywood Park Community
Hospital is offering mammograms at a special rate of $65. The rate includes the
Radiologist interpretation. For more information and to schedule your
appointment, call 731-779-3542.
You
can also learn more about NBCAM and early detection by visiting www.nbcam.org