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Free Breast Cancer Screenings

A program by Fulton County Health Services encourages Sandy Springs women to get screened for breast cancer during October.

 

For Breat Cancer Awareness Month, Fulton County’s Division of Women’s Health program, offers Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention Program at its health centers. The program provides breast exams, breast education, and a mammogram to eligible women at no cost.

Nearby, screenings are offered North Fulton Regional Health Center, 3155 Royal Drive, Alpharetta, 404-332-1876.

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To participate, women must:

  • Be a Fulton County resident
  • Be uninsured
  • Be income eligible
  • Be 40 to 64 years of age
  • Have had her last mammogram more than a year ago

Women between the ages of 35-39, who have had breast problems or are at risk, may be able to receive services through this program.

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For more information call the Fulton County Women's Health program at 404-612-1640 or log-on to the website.


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