November 18, 2003

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: ELIZABETH CURLEE

(662) 377-2371

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NMMC’S MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY UNIT

TRAVELS TO AREA COMMUNITIES

TUPELO, Miss.—North Mississippi Medical Center’s Mobile Mammography Unit travels to area communities during December to provide women convenient access to mammography services.

The mobile mammography unit will be at the following locations:

Dec. 1-2 The Women’s Group-Columbus

2031 Hwy. 45 N., Suite 4, University Mall

Dec. 3-5 NMMC-Pontotoc

176 S. Main St.

Dec. 8-12 Ackerman Medical Clinic

119 W. Cherry St.

Dec. 15-16 Calhoun Health Services

140 Burke/Calhoun City Road

Dec. 17-19 NMMC-Pontotoc

176 S. Main St.

Dec. 22-23 The Women’s Group-Columbus

2031 Hwy. 45 N., Suite 4, University Mall

Two types of mammograms are available. A screening mammogram is used to detect breast cancer in women with no current breast problems. The test can detect cancer before it can be found by physician examination or other methods of diagnosis. Screening mammograms are available through self-referral. Diagnostic mammograms are scheduled for patients with current breast problems. A diagnostic mammogram can rule out or confirm the presence of breast disease or abnormalities, which may include cancer. Typically, mammogram studies consist of two views each of the left and right breast. In some cases, the radiologist may request additional views.

The cost of a screening mammogram is $101. The results of the mammograms are read by NMMC radiologists, physicians who specialize in interpreting x-ray, ultrasound and other types of imaging studies.

Appointments for all mammography services are scheduled in advance. To schedule a screening mammogram, call (662) 377-4158 or 1-800-THE DESK (1-800-843-3375). Appointments for diagnostic mammograms are scheduled by the woman’s physician.

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