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Expanding Breast Cancer Screening To More Women McGuinty Government Supporting 90,000 Additional Screens Women who are at a high risk of getting breast cancer will soon have better access to yearly screens that can lead to early detection and save lives.

Starting July 1, women between 30 and 69 years old who are at a high risk for breast cancer can receive an annual breast MRI plus a mammogram through Ontario's Breast Screening Program (OBSP) - a program administered by Cancer Care Ontario.  Research shows that having both screens is the best way to detect breast cancer for women who are at high risk. The OBSP currently screens women 50 and older, so today's announcement will mean an extra 90,000 screens for women at high risk.

Once the expanded program is up and running, women who think they may be at risk can visit their doctor or nurse practitioner for a referral to the OBSP.  Referrals will be based on specific criteria, such as genetics or family history.  The OBSP will then help set up appointments for services, like breast MRI or genetic counselling, as well as reminders to patients to return for their next screening test.

Expanding breast screening is based on the advice of clinical experts and best medical evidence.  This move is part of the government's Open Ontario Plan to provide better access to health care services while improving quality and accountability for patients.
 
Ontario Breast Screening Program Expansion
Find out more about breast screening and the OBSP at ontario.ca/screenforlife .