Women aged 45+ are now eligible for screening mammograms
An important change in breast cancer screening eligibility has now taken effect in Saskatchewan. Women aged 45 and older can now access screening mammograms. This change aims to improve early detection of breast cancer and is part of a phased strategy to gradually lower the age for screening to 40 over the next 12 months.
“Screening mammograms are one of the best ways to catch breast cancer early, when it’s most treatable,” said Health Minister Jeremy Cockrill. “Our government is committed to making sure women in Saskatchewan have access to safe, high-quality breast health care and the support they need, right in their own communities.”
Read the rest of this news release on the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency’s website.