Maverick County Hospital District is observing National Breast Cancer Awareness Month during October.
MCHD healthcare providers recommend all women over the age of 40 years old to get annual mammograms. Although breast cancer generally strikes women, it also affects men.
Through its Breast and Cervical Cancer Service Program, MCHD offers individuals assistance related to these medical conditions.
Breast cancer is the second deadliest cancer among American women. Other than adopting a healthier lifestyle, early detection with regular mammograms remains the single most effective way for combating the disease.
It is of great importance that you consult a medical physician to address any concerns you may have.
For any information regarding the MCHD Breast and Cervical Cancer Services program, please call us at (830) 757-4950 or (830) 757-4954.
Breast and Cervical Cancer Services are available to eligible residents of Maverick, Real, Val Verde, Dimmitt, Uvalde, Zavala, Kinney, Medina, Tom Green, Edwards County, and the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe who are not eligible for Medicaid or do not have any other form of health coverage. Eligibility is based on residency, income and resource guidelines per household. The Breast and Cervical Cancer Service provides quality, low-cost Breast Cancer Screening/Diagnostic services and Cervical Cancer Screening/Diagnostic services for eligible clients. These services help women receive regular screening, which is the best method to prevent and detect breast or cervical cancer in its earliest stages.
The MCHD BCCS Program offers screening services including clinical breast exams, screening mammogram, pelvic exam and Pap test (Pap smear), Diagnostic Services, diagnostic mammogram, breast ultrasound, breastbiopsy, colonoscopy, LEEP and cervical biopsy.
