Phoebe Sumter Offering Free Mammograms in October
Americus, GA | September 25, 2023 – During the month of October, in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and women’s overall health, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center will be offering 50 free mammogram screenings to women who are uninsured and are due for their annual screening.
The mammograms will be provided to the first 50 eligible women who make appointments. To be considered for one of the free breast tomosynthesis screenings, each applicant must meet the following criteria:
- not had a mammogram in the last 12 months
- age 40 or older
- not experiencing any breast problems, (if you are experiencing breast problems, contact your doctor immediately)
- uninsured
- not pregnant
- live in one of the following counties: Sumter, Schley, Macon, Marion, Dooly, Webster, Stewart, and Taylor.
- must have a referring physician
Please note that this event is only for initial mammogram screening and does not apply to follow-up imaging needs.
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women. For 2023, The American Cancer Society estimates nearly 297,790 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed, roughly 55,720 new cases of ductal carcinoma in situ will be diagnosed (DCIS is non-invasive and is the earliest form of breast cancer), and that nearly 43,700 people will lose their battle with the disease.
To schedule an appointment, call Phoebe Sumter Patient Contact Center at 229-931-1375. Scheduling for the free mammograms will begin Monday, September 25, 2023.