FREEPORT - To help women stay on schedule for recommended mammogram screenings, Monroe Clinic is offering "Mammo and Fresh Brew Break" stop-in screenings from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. every Thursday at Monroe Clinic-Highland Women's Care, 3103 W. Kunkle Blvd., Freeport.
Data reveals that one in eight women is diagnosed with breast cancer, but the timing of that diagnosis can make all the difference, according to a news release. When breast cancer is detected early (in a localized stage), the five-year survival rate is 100 percent. Getting a mammogram screening is one of the most effective ways to detect breast cancer early.
What distinguishes this program is that no appointment or referral is needed. Patients are invited to enjoy treats and a cup of fresh brewed coffee or tea during their visit. Through the technology of electronic medical records, screening results will be available within 48 hours on MyChart.
Women age 40 or older are encouraged to take advantage of this screening opportunity. Visit monroeclinic.org/mammo for more information.
Data reveals that one in eight women is diagnosed with breast cancer, but the timing of that diagnosis can make all the difference, according to a news release. When breast cancer is detected early (in a localized stage), the five-year survival rate is 100 percent. Getting a mammogram screening is one of the most effective ways to detect breast cancer early.
What distinguishes this program is that no appointment or referral is needed. Patients are invited to enjoy treats and a cup of fresh brewed coffee or tea during their visit. Through the technology of electronic medical records, screening results will be available within 48 hours on MyChart.
Women age 40 or older are encouraged to take advantage of this screening opportunity. Visit monroeclinic.org/mammo for more information.
