First Lady Beshear Highlighted Breast Cancer Awareness Month

First Lady Beshear stated that uninsured or underinsured women can receive a mammogram screening through the Kentucky Women’s Cancer.

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(Frankfort, Ky.) – October is nationally recognized as Brest Cancer Awareness Month.

First Lady Beshear highlighted the month in Wednesday’s media briefing.

“Breast cancer is one of the leading health crises for women in the United States, and unfortunately too many of us know someone who has been impacted by this disease,” the First Lady said. “One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, and the American Cancer Society estimates that 3,800 Kentucky women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in 2020.”

Women ages 40 and older are highly encouraged to get mammograms, and early detection of breast cancer greatly reduces the risk of death.

“Providers are encouraging patients to continue their routine screening schedules even during the current pandemic,” she said. “Get in touch with your provider to discuss a plan to stay current on your screenings while also taking precaution against the coronavirus.”

First Lady Beshear stated that uninsured or underinsured women can receive a mammogram screening through the Kentucky Women’s Cancer Screening Program by calling 1-844-249-0708 or visiting chfs.ky.gov/agencies.

For additional support and resources, you can contact the Kentucky Cancer Program at 877-326-1134 or by visiting KYCancerProgram.org.