| Program: | Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) | ||
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| Organizations: |
Niagara Health Welland Site |
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| Description of Services: |
Breast screening for early detection of breast cancer in women
Screening includes mammography (x-rays of breast tissue) * screening results are sent to both the woman and her doctor Women who receive normal results are automatically recalled for their next screening appointment * women who receive abnormal results are referred to their doctor for further investigation, or are referred directly for additional tests |
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| Fees: | Covered by OHIP | ||
| Eligibility - Population(s) Served: | Women 40-74 years, and women 30-69 years identified as being at high risk for breast cancer | ||
| Application: | Call for appointment * no referral required for women between 40 and 74 years * medical referrals also accepted for women between 30 and 69 years | ||
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Wheelchair Accessible
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| Languages: | English ; French | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Welland and area | ||
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| Phone Numbers: | 905-732-5434 | ||
| Website: | www.niagarahealth.on.ca/site/breast-screening | ||
| Address: |
65 Third St Welland, ON L3B 4W6 |
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| Intersection: | King St and Third St | ||
| Location: | Welland (Cordage) | ||
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| This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 3/10/2025 | |||
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