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 4. Breast cancer screenings could save your life


BREAST CANCER SCREENINGS COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE

1,200 Veterans in VA care are diagnosed with breast cancer each year



October 25, 2024

Dr. Sally Haskell

Acting Chief Officer, Office of Women’s Health

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HealthWomen Veterans

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime and
over 1,200 Veterans enrolled in VA care receive this diagnosis each year. VA
provides comprehensive health services from breast screening mammograms to
cancer treatment, supporting women through routine preventative care and
recovery.

Regular screenings, like mammograms, can identify cancer in its earliest stages
when it is most treatable, allowing for a wider range of treatment options.

Every VA medical center has a Women Veterans Program manager and Women’s Health
primary care providers dedicated to ensuring women Veterans have access to
appropriate care and treatment.

“VA women’s health providers are specifically trained to treat women Veterans
and their experiences, from their mental health to their physical health,” said
Dr. Chelsea Morgan, director of Comprehensive Health, Office of Women’s Health.


BREAST CANCER SERVICES AND RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT VA

VA uses the American Cancer Society’s breast cancer screening guidelines and
recommends that all women begin getting yearly mammograms by age 45. Women 55
and older can switch to a mammogram every other year or they can choose to
continue yearly mammograms.

You may also choose to start screening with yearly mammograms at age 40 or
earlier if you have additional risk factors, such as certain genetic mutations,
a family history of breast cancer or other specific concerns.

VA offers the following breast cancer support and resources:

 * Breast cancer screening (including mammograms, ultrasounds, and MRI).
 * Breast biopsy and surgery.
 * Cancer diagnosis and treatment.
 * Full-service oncology (the study and treatment of tumors).
 * Connection to clinical trials.
 * Mental health care.

“Preventive care is critical to the mission of preserving health and wellness,”
said Morgan. “VA is committed to supporting you every step of the way, from
life-saving early detection screenings to comprehensive cancer care treatment.”


MAMMOGRAPHY SCREENING ELIGIBILITY THROUGH THE SERVICE ACT

Certain Veterans may now be eligible for breast cancer risk assessment and
mammograms if clinically indicated through the SERVICE Act. The Act expands
eligibility for mammography screenings, despite age, to Veterans who may have
been exposed to toxic substances at specific locations.

The specified locations and time periods include:


IRAQ

 * Aug. 2, 1990 – Feb. 28, 1991.
 * March 19, 2003 – until burn pits are no longer used.


SOUTHWEST ASIA THEATER OF OPERATIONS INCLUDING KUWAIT, SAUDI ARABIA, OMAN AND
QATAR:

 * Aug. 2, 1990 – until burn pits are no longer used.


AFGHANISTAN, DJIBOUTI, SYRIA, JORDAN, EGYPT, LEBANON AND YEMEN:

 * Sept. 11, 2001 – until burn pits are no longer used.

To learn more about breast cancer screening at VA, download the SERVICE Act
handout or call 1-855-VA-WOMEN for more information. For Veterans already using
VA health care, see your primary care provider to assess your risk for breast
cancer.

If you’re not already enrolled or using VA health care, get more information
about enrolling.





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