NLH’s mobile mammography unit to offer walk-in screenings, no appointment needed

MILO, Maine (WABI) – There is good news for Maine woman over the age of 40, who need a mammogram.

Maine’s only mobile mammography unit will make it easier for you to get a screening in 2025.

Starting the second week of January, they’ll be offering walk-in screenings to all women – without an appointment.

Screenings will be offered on Friday, January 10 at Northern Light Primary Care, Milo, 135 Park Street, and on Tuesday, January 21, at Northern Light Primary Care, Corinth, 492 Main Street..

Walk-in screenings will be available between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.

This will be for routine screening only. In order to be eligible, officials say at least a year and one day must have passed since your last screening.

Northern Light Health says it’s first-in-Maine mobile mammogram service has screened nearly 250 women since opening in April of 2024.

Mammograms are recommended for most women beginning at age 40 because early detection allows treatment to begin sooner when cancer is easier to treat.

For more information call 207-564-4353, or visit northernlighthealth.org/mobilemammo to view the complete mobile mammography schedule.

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