Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

09/28/2007

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The American Cancer Society website says "If you can't prevent cancer, the next best thing you can do to protect your health is to detect it early. Recognizing symptoms, getting regular check-ups, and performing self-exams are just a few ways you can do this."
The American Cancer Society recommends women age 40 and older have an annual clinical breast exam. This is an examination by a doctor or other health care professional. Women in their 20s and 30s should have a clinical breast exam every three years. In addition, women 40 and older should have an annual mammogram.
For employees in Wilmington, the ABX Air Healthcare Center is offering a free breast exam clinic on Monday, October 8th and October 15th from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m, as well as Thursday, October 25th from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Appointments are preferred but not required.Please call the Healthcare Center at (937) 283-9289 to make an appointment. This service is available for both employees and eligible dependents. In addition, the Healthcare Center has female providers available to perform the examination if this is preferred for the comfort of female patients. The Healthcare Center can help schedule appointments for mammograms at Clinton Memorial Hospital. Mammograms are a covered benefit (up to $300 under the preventive benefit with no deductible) under the Enhanced PPO plan.