Posted on October 5, 2018
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), breast cancer is the most common cancer found in women worldwide. To help draw attention to the disease, every year, the month of October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness month.
WHO representatives report that since there are currently no definitive answers about the cause, early detection of the disease is the cornerstone of breast cancer control. Starke County residents who meet certain qualifications are eligible to receive mammograms and subsequent testing and procedures, free of charge.
The services are available at Starke Hospital, thanks to a grant secured by the Healthcare Foundation of La Porte from the Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust. One way the Trust raises money for these types of efforts is through the sale of breast cancer awareness license plates.
In order to qualify, women must be older than 39-years-old or have a higher risk of breast cancer. Individuals who satisfy income requirements, as well as people who are uninsured, underinsured or those who have a high deductible plan are also eligible.
The Starke County Chamber of Commerce highlighted this opportunity, noting that no community member should go without a mammogram or necessary follow-up testing due to financial limitations.
Chamber officials encourage community members to ask their primary care provider for a voucher in Starke County and to schedule a screening mammogram as soon as possible.
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Friday, October 5, 2018
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
Starke Hospital Offering Free Mammogram Vouchers to Those Who Qualify
Posted on October 3, 2017
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI
According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer found in women. They say 1 in 8 American women will have breast cancer at some point in their life. The good news is that when the cancer is detected early, it can be treated and the survival rate goes up substantially. In order to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and to promote mammograms and self-examinations, we recognize October as Breast Cancer Awareness month.
The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust is a not-for-profit organization that improves access to breast cancer screenings and diagnosis and support services while also increasing awareness. One of the ways they accomplish all of that is by selling Breast Cancer Awareness specialty license plates through the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles. A $25 donation is generated through every license plate sold. Since the plate was introduced in 2002, tens of thousands of Hoosier women have received screening, diagnostic and support services with nearly $4 million being awarded through their competitive grants.
Regional manager of community relations for Starke Hospital Stacey Kellog says that through grant funds provided by IBCAT, the hospital is able to offer free screening mammogram vouchers this year.
The Health Foundation of La Porte assisted with making these funds available to the Starke Health Fund, a partner of Starke Hospital. Kellogg said program services that are offered have been expanded this year.
“If a woman has a mammogram and it comes back where something’s suspicious and she needs to have follow up testing like a breast ultrasound or a biopsy, now that grant will even cover some of the follow up testing as well.” Kellogg explained, “It’s a fantastic foundation the Health Foundation of La Porte made available through the Starke Health Fund so nobody who needs a screening mammogram should go without one. ”
If your insurance doesn’t cover screening mammograms or if you’re unable to afford one, talk to your doctor about receiving a mammogram voucher, which should be available at various offices around Starke County. If your doctor is unaware of the program or doesn’t have any vouchers available contact the diagnostic imaging center at Starke Hospital to arrange to receive a voucher.
You can reach Starke Hospital by calling 574-772-6231. Specific questions about services provided can be directed to Stacey Kellogg at 219-983-8641.
Author Jacque Ryan, WKVI
According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer found in women. They say 1 in 8 American women will have breast cancer at some point in their life. The good news is that when the cancer is detected early, it can be treated and the survival rate goes up substantially. In order to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and to promote mammograms and self-examinations, we recognize October as Breast Cancer Awareness month.
The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust is a not-for-profit organization that improves access to breast cancer screenings and diagnosis and support services while also increasing awareness. One of the ways they accomplish all of that is by selling Breast Cancer Awareness specialty license plates through the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles. A $25 donation is generated through every license plate sold. Since the plate was introduced in 2002, tens of thousands of Hoosier women have received screening, diagnostic and support services with nearly $4 million being awarded through their competitive grants.
Regional manager of community relations for Starke Hospital Stacey Kellog says that through grant funds provided by IBCAT, the hospital is able to offer free screening mammogram vouchers this year.
The Health Foundation of La Porte assisted with making these funds available to the Starke Health Fund, a partner of Starke Hospital. Kellogg said program services that are offered have been expanded this year.
“If a woman has a mammogram and it comes back where something’s suspicious and she needs to have follow up testing like a breast ultrasound or a biopsy, now that grant will even cover some of the follow up testing as well.” Kellogg explained, “It’s a fantastic foundation the Health Foundation of La Porte made available through the Starke Health Fund so nobody who needs a screening mammogram should go without one. ”
If your insurance doesn’t cover screening mammograms or if you’re unable to afford one, talk to your doctor about receiving a mammogram voucher, which should be available at various offices around Starke County. If your doctor is unaware of the program or doesn’t have any vouchers available contact the diagnostic imaging center at Starke Hospital to arrange to receive a voucher.
You can reach Starke Hospital by calling 574-772-6231. Specific questions about services provided can be directed to Stacey Kellogg at 219-983-8641.
Wednesday, July 26, 2017
Vouchers Available for Free Mammograms
Posted on July 26, 2017
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI
Women in Starke or La Porte Counties who do not have the resources to pay for screening and diagnostic mammograms may apply for a voucher for these services.
Vouchers are available for low-income, uninsured or underinsured women age 40 and older and women of any age who are at-risk for breast cancer. Women should contact their physician’s office to see if they meet the qualifications for a voucher.
Vouchers are made available thanks to grant funding through the Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust. $18,000 in grant money was secured for this year to help in this effort.
Contact the Healthcare Foundation of La Porte for more information at (219) 326-2471.
Author Anita Goodan, WKVI
Women in Starke or La Porte Counties who do not have the resources to pay for screening and diagnostic mammograms may apply for a voucher for these services.
Vouchers are available for low-income, uninsured or underinsured women age 40 and older and women of any age who are at-risk for breast cancer. Women should contact their physician’s office to see if they meet the qualifications for a voucher.
Vouchers are made available thanks to grant funding through the Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust. $18,000 in grant money was secured for this year to help in this effort.
Contact the Healthcare Foundation of La Porte for more information at (219) 326-2471.
Tuesday, February 7, 2017
Free Mammograms Available for Local Women
Posted on February 7, 2017
Author Mary Perren, WKVI
Women in Starke and LaPorte Counties who are uninsured or underinsured will have access to mammograms, thanks to a recent grant. The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust awarded $18,000 to the Healthcare Foundation of LaPorte Breast Cancer Project.
The Foundation has been working since 2005 to educate women about the importance of early detection. It provides screening mammograms and mammography services to uninsured women who meet American Cancer Society High Risk criteria or are at least 40 years old. Women should contact their LaPorte or Starke County physician’s office and mention the mammogram voucher program to see if they qualify.
The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust funds its grants through the sale of the state’s Breast Cancer Awareness license plates. Since they were first offered in 2002, the program has provided nearly $4 million in grants for breast cancer screening programs across the state.
Author Mary Perren, WKVI
Women in Starke and LaPorte Counties who are uninsured or underinsured will have access to mammograms, thanks to a recent grant. The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust awarded $18,000 to the Healthcare Foundation of LaPorte Breast Cancer Project.
The Foundation has been working since 2005 to educate women about the importance of early detection. It provides screening mammograms and mammography services to uninsured women who meet American Cancer Society High Risk criteria or are at least 40 years old. Women should contact their LaPorte or Starke County physician’s office and mention the mammogram voucher program to see if they qualify.
The Indiana Breast Cancer Awareness Trust funds its grants through the sale of the state’s Breast Cancer Awareness license plates. Since they were first offered in 2002, the program has provided nearly $4 million in grants for breast cancer screening programs across the state.
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