The Long and McIntosh County Health Departments, in conjunction with the Susan G. Komen Coastal Georgia Affiliate and Southeast Georgia Health System (SGHS), will hold free breast screenings and mammogram events for women who meet eligibility requirements.
Breast exams and mammograms will be offered to women over the age of 40 who have not had a mammogram in the last year and who meet certain criteria, including those with no insurance or limited insurance coverage. Mammogram screenings will be provided by the SGHS Wellness on Wheels (WOW) mobile health vehicle. No appointment is necessary.
McIntosh County Health Department Mammogram Event
Monday, May 18
8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Piggly Wiggly parking lot, 15759 U.S. Highway 17, Townsend
For more information on the McIntosh County event, please call the Health Department at 832-5473.
Long County Health Department Mammogram Event
Tuesday, May 19
8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
IGA located on Hwy. 84, Ludowici
Other agencies on hand that day include WellCare, Amerigroup, Peachstate, Right from the Start Medicaid, Georgia Families, Helen’s Haven, and Tricounty Protective Agency. Carolyn, “The Pink Fire Truck,” will also be there and there will be free giveaways for participants.
For more information on the Long County event, please call the Health Department at 912-545-2107.
