Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Boise Affiliate (SGB) has awarded Adams County Health Center Inc. (ACHC) a grant in the amount of $9,456.00 to continue the Breast Health and Screening Outreach Program.

Last year ACHC received $8,884.80 from SGB to start the outreach program. Currently Adams County ranks last in the State of Idaho for women over 39 years of age who receive yearly mammogram screenings. The ACHC Breast Health and Screening Outreach Program started in November 2008 and ACHC has since scheduled 260 local women for mammogram screenings.

The Breast Health and Screening Outreach Program at ACHC consists of group power point presentations which teach breast cancer prevention, breast self examination and other critical breast health topics such as the effects of hormone therapy on breast tissue. The information presented also covers diet and exercise. Each attendee is presented with a backpack stuffed with educational material, water bottle and pedometer to encourage good nutrition and exercise. After the presentation there is time for discussion and questions.

The group sessions have been informative and those who have attended report the program was worth taking the time out of their busy day to attend. The program lasts about 45 to 60 minutes. Adams County Health Center Inc. will gladly bring this presentation to your local community organizations and businesses. If you would like to schedule a presentation, call ACHC at 253-4242 and ask for Teresa Ludwig.

Financial assistance for mammogram screening is available.