| Program: | Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) | ||
| Organizations: |
Norfolk General Hospital Diagnostic Imaging |
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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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| Requirements | |||
| 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 | ||
| Accessibility: |
Wheelchair Accessible
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| Languages: | English | ||
| Area(s) Served: | Norfolk | ||
| Contact Information | |||
| Phone Numbers: | 519-426-4006 | ||
| Website: | www.ngh.on.ca/breast-screening | ||
| Address: |
365 West St Simcoe, ON N3Y 1T7 |
Map | |
| Intersection: | Queen St S and West St | ||
| Hours: | By appointment | ||
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This information is provided by thehealthline.ca. It was last completely updated on: 1/22/2025 |