October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Take charge of your health. A mammogram can detect breast cancer early, when treatment is most effective. This October, make time for your screening—or encourage a loved one to do the same.
- Women ages 40 and older should have a mammogram every year
- Mammograms are available at MyCHN by referral only
Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP, Insurance, and More Accepted
Know the Warning Signs
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, contact your primary care provider right away:
- Lumps or thickening inside the breast or underarm
- Changes in breast size or shape
- Nipple or breast inversion or retraction
- Sudden nipple discharge
- Breast swelling, redness, warmth, or darkening
- Itchy, scaly nipple sore or rash
- Pain in a new spot that isn’t going away
Schedule Your Mammogram Today
Breast cancer screenings can save lives through early detection. If you are due for your yearly mammogram or need guidance on when to begin, our team is here to help.
Mammograms require a referral from a primary care provider. Schedule an appointment with your MyCHN provider to receive your referral and set up your screening.