RadNet’s Lenox Hill Radiology to Host Mother’s Day Mammogram Screening Parties in New York City
07 Maio 2024 - 8:50AM
RadNet, Inc. (NASDAQ: RDNT), a national leader in providing
high-quality, cost-effective outpatient diagnostic imaging
services, today announced two events to promote breast health and
equitable access to crucial cancer screening services. In
collaboration with Lenox Hill Radiology, RadNet will host Mother’s
Day MammoGlam parties on Saturday, May 18, in New York City. On a
day that celebrates positive role models, the objective is to
empower women to prioritize their health and well-being.
Key event details:When:
Saturday, May 18, 2024Where: Lenox
Hill Radiology, Fordham—350 E. Fordham Rd., Bronx, NY 10458
Lenox Hill Radiology, Harlem—215 W. 125th St., New
York, NY 10027
Who: WNBA Icon Sheryl Swoopes, New York State
elected officials, breast specialists from Lenox Hill Radiology,
and community leaders
WNBA icon Sheryl Swoopes, a RadNet spokesperson and advocate for
breast health, will emphasize the importance of convenient access
to essential cancer screening services. The three-time Olympic gold
medalist and WNBA Most Valuable Player will be joined by select New
York government officials at these Lenox Hill centers. Breast
specialists will provide potentially life-saving care, and
attendees can look forward to self-care surprises during the
parties.
“As a woman and athlete, I understand the importance of taking
care of our bodies and prioritizing our health,” said Sheryl
Swoopes. “Having seen firsthand the devastation cancer can bring, I
am excited to promote access to early detection and life-saving
preventive care on Mother’s Day.”
Breast cancer remains the second leading cause of cancer-related
death among women. However, early detection significantly improves
outcomes, with a 99% five-year survival rate when breast cancer is
detected in Stage 1. According to the New York State Department of
Health, approximately 16,700 women in the state are diagnosed with
breast cancer annually, resulting in approximately 2,500 deaths.
Alarmingly, for Black women, breast cancer is the most diagnosed
cancer and is now the leading cause of cancer death, according to
the American Cancer Society. While Black women are less likely to
be diagnosed with breast cancer than White women, Black women are
about 41% more likely to die from the disease.
“Through events like these, we strive to empower women with the
knowledge and resources necessary to prioritize their breast health
and undergo regular screenings, ultimately saving lives through
early detection,” said RadNet President and CEO Howard Berger, MD.
“These MammoGlam events bring state-of-the-art equipment and
artificial intelligence into the heart of New York City’s
neighborhoods, ensuring every woman has access to the highest
quality medical expertise and compassionate care.”
“I am very proud to support these MammoGlam events, and I thank
WNBA legend Sheryl Swoopes for bringing attention to breast cancer
screenings,” said New York State Senator Cordell Cleare. “It is
critically important that all women over 40, and especially women
of color, get screened for breast cancer regularly. We have more
work to do in the state legislature to ensure that all New Yorkers
have necessary coverage for early detection. My proposed bill S2917
would mandate insurance coverage for dense breast ultrasounds,
which would enable women with dense breast tissue to get properly
screened without worrying about out-of-pocket expenses. I
appreciate the incredible work from the RadNet team, which ensures
that New Yorkers are able to live longer and healthier lives.”
The MammoGlam parties invite female role models of every kind,
and their loved ones, to celebrate Mother’s Day in a special way by
prioritizing their health. Attendees will have the chance to enjoy
a fun-filled day while also completing one of the year's most
important exams. Appointments are encouraged, but not required, and
a physician referral is not required.
For media inquiries or further information, please
contact:Tim MerchantRadNet National Director of Screening
Networks and Population Health
Strategytimothymerchant@radnet.com
About RadNet, Inc.RadNet, Inc., is the leading
national provider of free-standing, fixed-site diagnostic imaging
services and related information technology solutions (including
artificial intelligence) in the United States based on the number
of locations and annual imaging revenue. RadNet has a network of
366 owned and/or operated outpatient imaging centers. RadNet's
markets include California, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New
York, Florida, Texas, and Arizona. Together with affiliated
radiologists, including full-time and per diem employees and
technologists, RadNet has over 9,700 employees. For more
information, visit http://www.radnet.com.
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