CHI Memorial Mobile Mammography Coach To Visit Hamilton County Sept. 22, 25 and 28

  • Wednesday, September 12, 2018

CHI Memorial’s mobile health coach will provide mammography screenings at Thankful Missionary Baptist Church, 980 North Orchard Knob Ave. in Chattanooga, on Saturday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; YMCA Healthy Living Center at North River, 4138 Hixson Pike in Chattanooga, on Tuesday, Sept. 25 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; and at Cherokee Health at Eastgate, 5600 Brainerd Road in Chattanooga, on Friday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m.-noon.
 
"All women should have one screening mammogram between the ages of 35-40. After age 40, a screening mammogram is recommended every year.  Any woman who meets these age guidelines and has not had a mammogram in the past 12 months may participate, with or without insurance.
 
"For those with insurance, you must bring your insurance card and a photo ID, such as a driver’s license. Insurance will be filed for you.  If you do not have insurance, you may qualify for financial assistance.  The MaryEllen Locher Breast Center receives grant funds from Avon Breast Cancer Crusade to provide women with education about and access to breast health services.  Partnerships with Tennessee Breast and Cervical Screening Program and the Susan G. Komen Foundation provide eligible uninsured and under-insured women with breast and cervical screenings.  If an abnormality is discovered, the diagnostic work up is covered and a financial plan is provided for any follow-up care.
 
"Women need to know their doctor’s first and last name," officials said.

To schedule a screening, call 423-495-4040 or 866-591-2254.


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