Is Ontario still doing mammograms?

The High Risk Ontario Breast Screening Program does not accept new participants over age 70. However, when participants already in the program turn 70, the program will continue to screen them with mammography only every year until they are age 74.

Can I book myself in for a mammogram?

You won’t usually be invited for breast screening once you’re over 70. But you can still arrange your own mammograms by contacting your local breast screening unit directly. If you’re under 50 but have a higher-than-normal risk of developing breast cancer, you may be offered a mammogram once a year.

How much does a mammogram cost in Ontario?

The least expensive Mammogram in Ontario is $140 for a Breast Mammogram – One Breast (Mammogram) while the most expensive Mammogram list price is $170 for a Breast Mammogram – Both Breasts (Mammogram).

What year was the first OBSP site opened in Windsor Ontario?

2004
The first OBSP breast assessment site was established in Windsor at the Windsor Regional Hospitals Women’s Breast Health Centre in July of 2004.

When to go for a breast screening in Ontario?

View a list of High Risk Ontario Breast Screening Program locations. There are many Ontario Breast Screening Program locations across Ontario. If you are a woman age 50 to 74 you can: If you are a woman age 30 to 69 and you think you may be at high risk of getting breast cancer, you should visit your family doctor.

Who is at high risk for breast cancer in Windsor?

Windsor Regional Hospital is a designated Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) High-Risk Screening Site. We perform annual Mammograms & MRI for women 30-69 that are determined to be at “high risk” for breast cancer based on their personal or family history or a known gene mutation (BRCA1/BRCA2, etc.)

Are there mammography units at Windsor Regional Hospital?

Windsor Regional Hospital operates three mammography units that are all accredited by the Canadian Association of Radiologists under a strict quality inspection program. The service is also associated with the Ontario Breast Screening Program. All of our Mammography Staff are certified under the Ontario College of Medical Radiation Technologists.

Where can I get a mammogram in Ontario?

Studies show that regular mammograms lower the risk of dying from breast cancer in women ages 50 to 74. Women can find their nearest OBSP site by calling 1-800-668-9304 or visiting Ontario Breast Screening Program locations.