Mammogram Experience

A few seconds of pressure can save your life! The mammogram experience is just a few seconds of pressure for another year of life.

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African American women have a 31% breast cancer mortality rate – the highest of any U.S. racial or ethnic group. Among women younger than 45, breast cancer incidence is higher among African American women than White women.

Put yourself on the calendar

Taking charge of your health by scheduling your annual exams is the first step.

Arrival & Dressing Room

Once you arrive at the facility and check in, a nurse will call you back to change clothes before your test.

Mammography Room

Once you enter the mammogram room, the technician will explain the next step and you'll have time to ask questions.

Frontview

Your breast will be placed on the plate and the top plate will be pressed down to capture the inside of your breast.

Sideview

Your breast will be placed on the plate and the top plate will be pressed down to capture the inside of your breast.

Image

After the images have been captured, the images will be sent to the radiologist for review.