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Jefferson Regional Medical Center: Reach Every Woman V
Grant Award Amount: $59,260
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Type of Grant:
Education, Screening
Counties Served:
Ashley, Arkansas, Bradley, Chicot, Cleveland, Dallas, Desha, Drew, Grant, Jefferson, Lincoln
The JRMC Reach Every Woman program is committed to increasing breast cancer awareness and mammography utilization across South Arkansas by providing screening mammograms, diagnostic mammograms, ultrasounds and biopsy assistance to women in need. Program participants include women who are not eligible for the BreastCare program due to age or income guidelines, and women who are uninsured or underinsured. The program also focuses on breast health education and includes visits to four main high schools in Jefferson County as well as participation in numerous South Arkansas health fairs throughout the year.
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