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Fort Campbell’s Blanchfield Army Community Hospital offers Breast Cancer Education, Mammography appointments

Blanchfield Army Hospital - BACH - Fort Campbell KYFort Campbell, KY –  Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among American women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website.

This heartbreaking statistics is why Blanchfield Army Community Hospital’s nutrition, women’s health and mammography staff are passionate about sharing their knowledge about breast cancer and other wellness tips with the community October 19th from 11:00am to 1:00pm in front of the “C” Building of the hospital.

“This education fair is about encouraging women to be proactive in their health, regardless of what health theme we are celebrating nationally we all should be scheduling the age-appropriate and recommended health screenings with our primary care providers. Research shows early screenings provide better outcomes if diseases are detected,” said BACH commander Col. Telita Crosland.

In recognition of October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, BACH’s education fair will offer nutritional education, information about screenings, treatment and support resources as well as an opportunity for eligible TRICARE beneficiaries to schedule mammogram appointments. A dietitian, registered nurse educator, mammography technician and others will be available to support anyone who has questions about preventive women’s health services.

According to BACH’s Radiology chief Lt. Col. Kevin Schlegel, “Women who receive mammograms regularly have a greater chance of surviving breast cancer.”

If you are 40 to 49 years old, talk to your primary care provider about when to start and how often you need to receive mammograms. Women under the age of 40, who are experiencing breast concerns or have a family history of breast cancer, should inform their primary care manager.  TRICARE covers annual preventive women’s health services that may include a pap smear, pelvic and breast exam and mammogram at no cost.

Although it is rare, breast cancer also occurs in men. Men’s risk for breast cancer increases with high levels of radiation exposure, high levels of estrogen and a family history of breast cancer. If men feel lumps around their breast, they should consult with their primary care provider.

According to the CDC, each year there are about 2,300 new cases of breast cancer in men and about 230,000 new cases in women.

“Our team is passionate about taking care of our patients. Early detection is key, please continue to utilize our services so we can work with your primary care provider to keep you and your family healthy,” said Schlegel.

Talk to your health care provider about non-physical concerns as well. Dealing with high stress, depression, difficulty sleeping or other non-physical health concerns are just as important to stay healthy.

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