ALL WOMEN DESERVE ACCESS TO A MAMMOGRAM
Millions of women are going without lifesaving breast cancer screenings and treatment because they are uninsured or simply can't afford it.
Last year, Congress provided funding for only 1 in 5 of these women to get mammograms through a community-based program run by the CDC. Tell Congress that all women deserve access to a mammogram. Sign our petition.
REAL STORIES
Gail Carey's Courageous Cancer Battle
Gail Carey of Long Island, New York, understands the value of hard work and personal responsibility. As one of nine children, Gail quickly learned the importance of helping out around the house, especially since both of her parents worked. When her mother developed emphysema and had to stop working, Gail and her family struggled financially. Gail's parents later separated ...
THE FACTS
Uninsured Women Far Less Likely to Get Mammograms
Reference: Ward E, Halpern M, Schrag N, et al. Association of insurance with cancer care utilization and outcomes. CA Cancer J Clin. Jan-Feb 2008;58(1):9-31
% of Women Getting Mammograms
Federal Funding for the Breast And Cervical Cancer Screenings Has Not Kept Pace with Inflation
Due to a Lack of Funding, Eligible Women Can't Participate in the National Breast And Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
Nationally, less than 20% (1 in 5) of eligible women ages 50 to 64 receive screening through NBCCEDP.
ACS CAN's goal is to expand the program to screen all eligible women.
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