Call OBSP location for appointment * no referral required for women between 50 and 74 years * medical referrals also accepted for women between 30 and 69 years
Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Women 50-74 years, and women 30-69 years identified as being at high risk for breast cancer
Fees
Services covered by OHIP
Languages
English ; French
Language Note
Varies by location
Area(s) Served
Ontario
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services:
Province-wide program for breast screening for early detection of breast cancer in women
Screening includes mammography (x-rays of breast tissue) * screening results are sent to both the woman and her doctor
Women who receive normal results are automatically recalled for their next screening appointment * women who receive abnormal results are referred to their doctor for further investigation, or are referred directly for additional tests
About Us
Program of Cancer Care Ontario. The OBSP provides high-quality breast cancer screening for women aged 50 to 74 years. Breast cancer screening is free-of-charge for women in Ontario.