According to the CDC, 1 in 4 women ages 50-74 had not received a mammogram in the past two years.
The PA Breast Cancer Coalition and Senate President Pro Tempore Kim Ward are partnering to change that statistic by observing Mammography Month this May in Pennsylvania. We encourage you to remind the women you love – your mothers, daughters, grandmothers, wives, sisters, cousins, aunts and friends – to schedule their annual mammograms. Your reminder could save a life. When diagnosed at its earliest stages, breast cancer has a survival rate of over 90%.
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It’s Mammography Month in PA!
We’re kicking off a month dedicated to early detection, education, and empowerment. Breast cancer touches every community, and together, we can save lives by encouraging regular screenings and raising awareness.
💗 Whether you’re scheduling your first mammogram, beginning self-exams or reminding a loved one to do the same, take action this month.
📍Pennsylvania offers mammograms at no cost. If you are uninsured or have a high deductible, the PA Breast Cancer Coalition is here to help.
800-377-8828
PABreastCancer.org
#MammoMay #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #GetScreenedPA
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To all the strong, beautiful women who carry the world on their shoulders — this is your reminder: Take care of you, too. 💗 Schedule your mammogram. Early detection saves lives, and your health matters.
Tag a woman you love and remind her she’s worth every screening. 💪🏽👩⚕️ #StrongWomen #MammoMay
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Your strength is in showing up for yourself. Don’t skip your mammogram.
Learn more at pbcc.me/mammograms
#MammoMay #GetScreenedPA
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It’s easy to put off—but early detection can save your life. If you’re due (or overdue) for a mammogram, here’s how to take action today:
✅ Check your calendar and pick a date
✅ Call your doctor or local clinic to schedule
✅ Set a reminder so you don’t forget!
✅ Encourage a friend to do the same
Let’s take care of ourselves and each other this #MammoMay. 💪
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“Early detection gives women a fighting chance. Know your risk. Schedule your screening. It could save your life.”
PA Breast Cancer Coalition President Pat Halpin-Murphy set out to advocate for Pennsylvanians after being diagnosed with breast cancer over 30 years ago. Pat believes she was spared for a reason: to give other women a voice. Read our Q&A with Pat at pbcc.me/blog.
#MammoMay #EarlyDetectionSavesLives
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Have you?
Not sure where to start? Contact @PABreastCancer today!
#MammoMay #EarlyDetectionSavesLives
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Mammogram? Scheduled. ✔️
Self-care? Activated. ✔️
#MammoMay #EarlyDetectionSavesLives
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1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime – but everyone’s risk is different.
Here’s how to stay informed:
✅ Learn your family history
✅ Talk with your doctor about your personal risk factors
✅ Consider genetic testing if appropriate (it’s available at no cost in PA!)
✅ Follow a screening plan that’s right for you
Learn more and take a risk assessment >> pbcc.me/act1
#MammoMay #KnowYourRisk
Social graphics series (above) – What to Know about Screenings for Breast Cancer
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Taking care of your health starts with knowing the facts. Here’s what every woman should know about breast cancer screening…
#MammoMay #GetScreenedPA
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