The Horquetas District’s Social Security clinic in Sarapiqui Canton, Heredia Province, is unveiling a major mammography screening drive. This initiative marks a pivotal moment in the region’s healthcare, aiming to make breast cancer detection accessible to the community. Starting immediately and running until July 4, this critical campaign is hosted at the local Ebais clinic, with operating hours from 7 a.
m. to 4 p.m.
The clinic has set an ambitious target to reach approximately 1,000 patients who are already registered with the clinic. By utilizing direct contact for scheduling, the clinic staff is ensuring that residents of Horquetas who have pending mammography tests can access these potentially lifesaving screenings promptly. Mammography uses advanced medical imaging technology to detect and diagnose breast conditions, primarily breast cancer.
This involves the use of a mammogram machine that captures X-ray images of the breast, capable of identifying early signs of cancer that are not yet palpable through physical examination. Recognized globally as a critical tool for early breast cancer detection, mammography is particularly recommended for women over the age of 40 or those at increased risk of developing the disease. Early detection via regular screening not only helps catch the disease when it is most treatable but also helps identify other non-cancerous conditions like cysts and benign tumors.
The benefits of early detection are profound, offering patients a sig.
