One of the best ways to stop breast cancer in its tracks is early detection.
But whatever your age, dont avoid mammograms because oftheir cost.
Are you struggling to cope with financial stress?
First, take a deep breath.
Then, take a look at our roundup ofresources to help you manage your stress and your money.
Here are six options.
More information isavailable here.
MedicareandMedicaidalso cover the cost of mammograms.
Click hereto search for a location near you.
The Susan G. Komen Foundation
This breast cancer organization has affiliates in 120 American cities.
To learn what resources are available in your area,search for your local affiliate here.
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Drowning in Expenses?
Maybe youre scrambling after your car broke down.
Or you got a medical bill you werent expecting.
Or inflation has finally pushed your budget over the edge.
You dont need to go it alone.
When money is tight,these resourcescan help you manage unexpected expenses without stress.
you’ve got the option to find outmore information about your state or territoryhere.
Contact yourlocal YWCAto see if it offers affordable mammograms.
you could search for a local mammography center on theFDA website.
An online search for free mammograms in your community may turn up other options, too.
Many states and counties throughout the U.S. offer free mammograms through their own health services.
To learn more about mammograms including how they work and how to prepare check outthis PDFfrom the Komen Foundation.
Whatever you do, dont wait!
Susan Shain is a former contributor to The Penny Hoarder.
Former SEO analyst Jacquelyn Pica assisted with research.
Deputy editor Tiffany Wendeln Connors updated this post.
Freelancer Kent McDill contributed to this post.
