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Sign up for a $50 mammogram for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center offers $50 3D mammograms every October and April to increase early detection for breast cancer.
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Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center is offering discounted preventative breast cancer screenings throughout the month of October, regardless of your insurance status.
Who’s eligible?: If you’re due for a breast cancer screening, you can take advantage of this program if you:
- Are over 40 and haven't had a mammogram in the past year
- Do not have breast implants
- Do not have a history of breast cancer in the past five years
- Are not currently experiencing breast problems
What about insurance?: You don’t need insurance or a physician’s referral to take advantage of the hospital's promotion. You just need $50.
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Why is it important?: “ Early screening, early detection and treatment save lives,” said Dr. Tiffany Le Endo of Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center. She also pointed out that about one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives. The hospital offers 3D mammography, which is more accurate than traditional mammograms.
What if I’m on the fence?: Endo said there’s no shame if you haven’t been screened for breast cancer in a while — the important thing is to get screened as soon as you can. If you can’t make it to the doctor by the end of October, the hospital also offers $50 mammograms every April.
Where can I get screened?: The screenings are available at the PVHMC Breast Health Center in Pomona and at Pomona Valley Health Center locations in Claremont, Chino Hills and La Verne.
How to sign up: Call the hospital at 909-469-9395 to set up an appointment. You also can visit the hospital’s website for more information on the services. Endo said hospital staff can assist you if you have any questions.
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