McLaren Bay Region’s Upcoming Community Cancer Screenings

Breast Cancer Screening
Tuesday, October 20, 2020
4:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Screening held at Bay Diagnostic Center in the Health Pavilion on McLaren Bay Region’s West Campus, 3175 West Campus Drive, Bay City, 48706.

Pre-registration required by calling (989) 667-6350 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to make an appointment.

The screening includes a free digital mammogram and is encouraged for women 40 years and older who have not had a mammogram in the past 12 months and have no health insurance. If you have health insurance with a high deductible or co-pay, you may be considered for this screening.

Colorectal Cancer Screening
Thursday, October 22, 2020
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Screening held at Karmanos Cancer Institute, located on McLaren Bay Region’s West Campus, 3140 West Campus Drive, Bay City, 48706.

Here’s how to participate in the Colorectal Cancer Screening:
Reserve your kit: Call toll-free 1-877-411-2762 anytime or register online at www.mclaren.org/BaySeminar.

Prostate Cancer Screening

Wednesday, December 2, 2020
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Screening held at Karmanos Cancer Institute, located on McLaren Bay Region’s West Campus, 3140 West Campus Drive, Bay City, 48706.

Pre-registration required by calling toll-free 1-877-411-2762 anytime to make an appointment.

Lung Cancer Screening
The 5-year survival rate for lung cancer drops in advanced stages of the disease. Too many people at risk wait until they experience symptoms, like a chronic cough, before they get a lung screening. By then, the cancer may be more difficult to treat and cure. That’s why it’s so important to schedule a lung screening. A low-dose CT scan is the most effective method of detecting cancer in the early stage. Medical experts estimate that early screenings save thousands of lives each year. It could save your life!

Talk with your doctor about having a lung cancer screening if you meet the following requirements:

  • Between the ages of 55-77 years
  • Has at least a 30+ pack year smoking history
  • Is currently smoking or quit within the last 15 years
  • Haven’t had a chest CT in the past 12 months