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Who is eligible for our program?

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You are eligible for BreastCheck if you are:

A woman age 50 and older.
You do not have breast cancer.
You do not have breast implants.
You have no breast symptoms such as unusual lumps or bloody nipple discharge.

Decision aid for women aged 40 and older

The Public Health Agency of Canada has produced a decision aid to help women age 40 and older understand the benefits and limitations of breast screening for their age group. The aid is to increase knowledge so women can make a better informed decision about their health care. Copies are now available through BreastCheck by calling 788-8633 or you can view on line at www.publichealth.gc.ca/decisionaids in English or French.

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Decision aid for women aged 40 and older