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Program:
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Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP)
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Phone Numbers:
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705-435-3377 ext 1298
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Crisis:
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Call 911 in emergencies
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Fax:
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705-434-5126
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Address:
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200 Fletcher Cres
Alliston, ON
L9R 1W7
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Intersection:
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Church St N and Fletcher Cres
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Location:
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New Tecumseth
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Hours vary, call ahead
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Service Description:
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Breast screening for early detection of breast cancer in women
Screening includes mammography (x-rays of breast tissue) * screening results are sent to both the woman and her doctor
Women who receive normal results are automatically recalled for their
next screening appointment * women who receive abnormal results are
referred to their doctor for further investigation, or are referred
directly for additional tests
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Fees:
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Covered by OHIP
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Application:
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Call to schedule an appointment * no referral required for women 40 years and older * medical referrals also accepted for women between 30 and 69 years
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Women 40 years and older, and women between 30 and 69 years identified as having a high-risk
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Alliston and area
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Last Updated:
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10/17/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=148317
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