The BC Cancer Agency is reminding women between the ages of 50 and 74 to get a mammogram every 2 years to screen for breast cancer. Research shows a 25% reduction in breast cancer deaths among BC women who have a mammogram every 2 years. Despite the benefits of regular breast cancer screening, only 50% of eligible women in BC are getting mammograms. A health care provider’s referral is not required to book an appointment and women can book their mammograms directly by calling 1 800 663-9203. For more information on screening mammograms and clinic locations, visit www.screeningbc.ca [9]. If women are unsure about the risks and benefits of screening mammograms they can use the BC Cancer Agency’s Breast Cancer Screening Decision Aid (http://decisionaid.screeningbc.ca [10]) to determine if screening is right for them.
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[9] http://www.screeningbc.ca/
[10] http://decisionaid.screeningbc.ca/
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