- Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, aside from skin cancer.
- Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death, after lung
cancer.
- One in every eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer
in her lifetime.
- This year, more than 200,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be
diagnosed among women in our country.
Our comprehensive breast services include:
Adventist Health
is a certified Softer Mammogram Provider, a distinction awarded only to an elite
group of healthcare facilities and the only hospital in Portland to exclusively
provide this service. By offering women a softer mammogram, the medical center hopes to
increase the number of area women who follow recommendations for regular
screenings. Physician referrals are not necessary for screening mammograms and walk-ins are welcome,
though appointments are recommended.
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