GREAT BAY, Sint Maarten (DCOMM) – On Saturday, March 15, the free breast exam, and health screenings program for 2025 will resume for women aged 18 years and older, and first-time participants.
This initiative is being spearheaded by the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) in collaboration with the Positive Foundation and the Collection Prevention Services (CPS), Ministry of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (VSA).
Stakeholders encourage night shift workers, police officers, civil workers, store workers, and nurses who are 18 years and older to participate. First-time participants are especially welcome to join this year’s AUC breast screenings.
These events aim to educate and empower women about the risk factors and presentation of breast cancer while collecting data for the breast abnormalities survey, a research project.
Women interested in the screening program should mark their calendars, especially those who have not previously participated in the breast abnormalities project.
People are requested to make an appointment at least one week up to three days before the event by contacting F. Toussaint at: +1 334 655-3502 (WhatsApp) or
Emailing: [email protected]
The screenings will take place at CPS located at the Vineyard Building #33 Buncamper road.
The other scheduled screening is set for Saturday, April 5.
While there is no sure way to prevent breast cancer, it is the hope that through education and results from this research project, women can be empowered by knowledge resulting in earlier detection and treatment.
The breast exam is performed by an oncologist, breast abnormalities expert, Dr. Chobanyan. Free health screenings include Blood Sugar, Total Cholesterol, Waist Circumference, Blood Pressure, Height, Weight, BMI, and Vision.
This initiative has already collected data from over 660 women, with a target of reaching 1,000 women. By participating, you contribute to a significant community health project and help us achieve our goal.
Reserve the date and at least two hours in your schedule and register to be part of an opportunity to receive health information and a free clinical breast exam.
