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Program:
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Lake of The Woods District Hospital - Ontario Breast Screening Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-468-9861 Ext 2201
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Fax:
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807-468-2367
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Address:
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21 Sylvan St W
Kenora, ON
P9N 3W7
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Location:
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- Located at Sylvan St on the opposite side of the harbour from downtown area
- Closest intersection is at Sylvan St and Lakeview Dr just past Husky the Muskie
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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General Mammography: Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
Breast Screening: Mon, Wed-Thu 12 noon-4 pm
Breast Screening Follow-Up: Tue 12 noon-4 pm
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Public Contacts:
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Sean Hailstone - Manager
807-468-9861 Ext 2202 * shailstone@lwdh.on.ca
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Service Description:
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Breast screening for early detection of breast cancer in women- Conducts mammograms (x-ray of the breast)
- Teaches how to perform self examinations
NOTE:- Screening includes a two-view mammography where screening results are sent to both the patient and her doctor
- Individuals who receive normal results are automatically recalled for their next screening appointment. Individuals with abnormal results are referred back to their doctor for further investigation, or are referred directly for additional tests
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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- Call for appointment
- No referral required for women 40 years and older
- Medical referrals also accepted for women between 30-69 years of age
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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- Women 40-74 years of age and
- Has never had breast cancer or breast implants and
- Has not had a mammogram within the past year
- Women aged 30 to 69 years of age who are identified as being at high risk for breast cancer
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Interpretive Services
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
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Last Updated:
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10/8/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=152408
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