Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Canadian women. It grows in the cells of your breast tissue, which extends all the way up to your collarbone and from armpit to armpit. Breast cancer can affect women of any age, but is most common in women over 50. Screening can spot breast cancer when it’s way too small for you to find on your own.

Screening for Breast Cancer

If you’re over 40, you need to have a clinical breast examination at least every 2 years. If you are between 40 and 49 and are at average risk of breast cancer, talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks of screening with mammography. And if you’re over 50, it’s very important you get a mammogram at least every 2 years.

• Mammogram: A low-dose x-ray of your breasts.
• Clinical breast examination: A physical examination of your breasts by a healthcare professional.

For breast cancer screening program details or to book an appointment call:

PEI Breast Screening Program: 1-888-592-9888

For general cancer screening information call:

Cancer Information Service: 1-888-939-3333

Visit cancer.ca for more information about breast cancer.