Centegra sponsors Mammo Mondays for women

Submitted by Centegra Health System

Centegra Health System encourages women to schedule yearly gynecological checkups and screening mammograms.

These preventive screenings help physicians diagnose ovarian cancer, which ranks fifth in cancer deaths among women, and breast cancer, which is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women.

Each September, Centegra’s Teal and Pink campaign provides special opportunities for women to receive preventive screenings.

Women are encouraged to attend a Mammo Monday event on their own or bring their daughters, sisters and friends to a special, private setting to take control of their breast and bone health.

Offerings include screening mammograms, bone density screenings, free expert bra fittings and light snacks.

Upcoming Mammo Mondays will be offered at the following locations and times:

Ÿ 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 23, at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock.

Ÿ 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 7, at Centegra Gavers Breast Center .

Ÿ 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 14, at Centegra Hospital-McHenry.

Ÿ 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 21, at Centegra Health Center-Huntley.

Ÿ 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, at Centegra Hospital-Woodstock.

To schedule a mammogram, call (815) 334-5566.

Earning full accreditation from the American College of Surgeons National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, Centegra’s breast program meets the most rigorous standards, demonstrating Centegra’s proactive commitment to providing the best possible care, treatment options and support to patients.