New MammoVan Expands Free Breast Cancer Screenings to South Florida Communities

Expanding Breast Cancer Screening Access

• 🚐 A brand new MammoVan has been added to the Baptist Health fleet, expanding their reach across South Florida.
• 🎯 The MammoVan's mission is to bring free mammograms directly to women, particularly in underserved communities.

Overcoming Barriers to Care

• 🗺️ The van is designed to reach populations who may not access care due to fear, intimidation, lack of transportation, or childcare issues.
• 🤝 By identifying at-risk communities, the MammoVan can go to the people who need screenings the most.

New Reach into Miami-Dade

• 📈 What began serving Broward and Palm Beach counties is now expanding into Miami-Dade County.
• 🚀 The goal is to reach as many women as possible, providing fast results and early detection.

The Power of Early Detection

• 💡 The van's efficiency has been significantly boosted, with the ability to screen 23% more women per day compared to previous methods.
• ✅ Early detection is emphasized as key to saving lives, with a recommendation to get mammograms annually.
• 💻 Viewers can scan a QR code to find more information on the momtoom section on local10.com.