Legislator Scannell Brings Mammography Screening to Baldwin

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month; Early Detection is the Best Defense

Nassau County Legislator Joe Scannell is pleased to announce that the Nassau University Medical Center’s Digital Mammography Van is coming to Baldwin on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2011 and will be stationed at the Fairview Shopping Center on Grand Avenue.

Breast health screenings will be administered to women who are at least 40 years old and include a breast examination by a nurse, a mammography, and instructions for breast self-examination. The screenings begin at 8:45 a.m. and an appointment is necessary.

For more information and to schedule an appointment please call Legislator Scannell’s office at 516-571-6205 during regular business hours.