In the U.S., 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Factors like family history or a previous atypical biopsy can further increase a woman's risk of developing the disease.
Prevention is power, diagnosing breast cancer early is key. Here are ways to identify abnormalities:
- Speaking with your provider
- Schedule annual mammograms
- Performing monthly self-exams
Prioritize your routine health screenings. After all, staying on a healthy course and detecting health concerns early is important. Mammography screenings significantly reduces a woman’s risk of dying from breast cancer.
Mammograms begin at age 40 for most women, but those at high risk of breast cancer may need to start earlier.
Events
» Free Mammo Screenings
Wednesdays in October
Mercy Medical Center | 271 Carew Street, Springfield, MA 01104
Call 413-748-9101 to schedule your screening today!
By appointment only
» Dress for Breast
Pop out in PINK to show support for breast cancer awareness
Saturday, October 18, 2025
Karl J. Krapek, Sr. Comprehensive Women’s Health Center
Saint Francis Hospital | 114 Woodland Street Hartford, CT
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Come explore a variety of vendors showcasing their products and businesses. It’s the perfect chance to discover something new, support local entrepreneurs, and find unique items you’ll love! Fashion Show Starts at 1:00 p.m.
» PinkLink
Free mammogram screening event for underinsured and uninsured women
Pre-registration is strongly encouraged
Saturday, October 25, 2025
Karl J. Krapek, Sr. Comprehensive Women’s Health Center
Saint Francis Hospital | 114 Woodland Street Hartford, CT
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Schedule your screening today by calling 860-714-9729 or email Tina Harrison, Program Manager at Tina.Harrison@TrinityHealthOfNE.org
» PinkOut
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
The Saint Mary’s Hospital Foundation is proud to Pink Out greater Waterbury for breast cancer this October! Pink Out’s goal is to raise funds, promote awareness, and ensure the community that our facilities are safe, open, and have the resources to provide breast health services to women in need. 100% of funds raised support the Saint Mary’s Hospital Foundation’s Breast Screening Fund. Annually, this program provides free screening and diagnostic to more than 150 local women.