From The Tribune staff reports
CENTER POINT — The city of Center Point is hosting a HerScan Event for Breast Cancer Awareness, “early detection can save lives.”
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness, the city of Center Point is providing the first 20 onsite ultrasound scans to Center Point residents for free on Thursday, September 29, at Center Point High School from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
According to the event flyer, adding an ultrasound screening to your beast health regimen is smart prevention. The power of an ultrasound can increase the detection of breast cancer from approximately 48 percent to 97 percent, particularly in women with dense breasts.
“Ultrasound screenings are capable of detecting cancers that cannot be found by mammography and physical exams alone. Sometimes mammograms and physical exams just are not enough, particularly in women with dense breasts,” the event flyer stated.
The HerScan screening includes a scan of both breasts with the axilla (underarm area), radiologist reading fee, and electronic access to your report and images.
The event will have free giveaways, food, and health and wellness, vendors.
To register for the event or learn more information, contact Councilwoman Sharon Jones at (205) 825-6018 or email sharonjones@centerpointal.org.