Mobile mammography service coming to Oyen

OYEN — The Screen Test program will visit Oyen in December, offering free breast cancer screening for eligible individuals aged 45 to 74.

A mobile mammography trailer will be at Big Country Hospital, 312 3rd Street E, on Dec. 3 and 4. Appointments are required. Call 1-800-667-0604 to book or for more information.

A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast. Screening mammograms are the most effective way to detect breast cancer early, when treatment may be more successful. Regular screening can save lives.

More information about breast cancer screening and who is eligible can be found by visiting https://screeningforlife.ca/breast/get-screened/#who_should_get_screened.

Visit https://screeningforlife.ca/breast/screen-test-mobile-clinics/ for more information and a complete listing of communities that the Screen Test mobile visits.Screen Test improves access to cancer screening in Alberta communities where mammography services are limited. Screening is also available at select radiology clinics and some hospitals. Individuals aged 45 to 74 are encouraged to discuss their breast cancer risk with a healthcare provider to determine the best screening option.

Primary Care Alberta supports this initiative as part of its province-wide effort to improve access to primary care. By coordinating services across communities, Primary Care Alberta helps healthcare providers focus on patient care, promoting prevention and supporting lifelong health.