{"id":1219,"date":"2021-07-28T20:32:45","date_gmt":"2021-07-28T20:32:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bcfo.org\/?p=1219"},"modified":"2021-07-28T20:32:45","modified_gmt":"2021-07-28T20:32:45","slug":"understanding-the-two-types-of-mammograms-bcfo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bcfo.org\/understanding-the-two-types-of-mammograms-bcfo\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Types of Mammograms"},"content":{"rendered":"

The language around breast cancer screenings can often be overwhelming, whether you\u2019re going in for your first regular mammogram or checking out some symptoms.<\/span><\/p>\n

There are two primary types of mammograms: screening mammograms and diagnostic mammograms. <\/span><\/p>\n

Screening:<\/span><\/h2>\n

A screening mammogram is a part of routine preventative care, performed for regular checkups when patients have no other breast-related symptoms, and screens for what might not be be detected by a typical self-administered breast exam. BCFO provides free screening mammograms for those with no insurance or insurance that does not provide adequate coverage. To apply for a free screening, click here<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

Diagnostic: <\/span><\/h2>\n

A diagnostic mammogram is performed in order to check for breast cancer when patients are experiencing symptoms such as a lump in the breast, swelling, or breast pain. BCFO does not provide diagnostic mammograms (at least not yet!) but can refer patients to proper resources. Please call 417-862-3838 for more information.<\/span><\/p>\n

Missouri\u2019s Show Me Healthy Women program provides free breast cancer screenings for uninsured women over the age of 35, but for younger uninsured women there is a gap in coverage. To close this gap, BCFO is raising funds to qualify for a grant that would allow us to fund a pilot program to help women under 35, who make up an increasing proportion of our clientele. <\/span><\/p>\n

For more information, check out BCFO\u2019s fundraising page<\/span><\/a>! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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