Breast Cancer - Ontario Breast Screening Program
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An introduction to important facts women should know about breast cancer.This will introduce women over the age of 50 years to the Cancer Care Ontario Program of Breast Screening .
Facts about breast cancer screening.
Did you Know...?
- Finding breast cancer early saves lives.
- If a breast cancer is found early when it is very small, there is a good chance of a cure
- Mammograms (breast X-rays) can find small breast cancers 2 to 3 yrs before they grow in size and can be felt by touch.
- Two major risks factors for developing breast cancer are being a women and over fifty years. Three out of every four breast cancers are found in women fifty years and over.
- Most women who develope breast cancer do not have a family history.
- Women who are fify years and over should have a breast screening every two years.
- The Ontario Breast Screening Program is available for all women fifty years and older. It is a FREE service.This screening service provides; high quality mammgraphy; physical examination of your breast (most sites) ;information and teaching personal breast self examination and will send a personal reminder for your next screening.
Book your own appointment in your local area by calling this Provincial Toll Free Number; 1-800-668-9304
NO DOCTOR REFERRAL IS NEEDED!