Breast Health & Bubbly: Mammos & Mimosas in Williston, ND

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and what better way to prioritize your health than with a little self-care and sparkle?

On Saturday, October 12, 2023, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., join CHI St. Alexius Health Williston for their annual Mammos & Mimosas event! Enjoy a complimentary breakfast and refreshing non-alcoholic mimosas while getting your mammogram. To schedule your appointment, call 701.774.7435 today. And don't worry, insurance has you covered.

If you've been pushing off your mammogram, now's the time to reconsider. Waiting even a year could let an undetected cancer grow, making it harder to treat. Early detection is the best protection!

Breast cancer remains the most commonly diagnosed cancer among American women, with 1 in 8 likely to develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime. The most effective way to catch it early? Annual mammograms and clinical breast exams, which can detect cancer at its earliest, most treatable stages. Women diagnosed early have a much better chance of beating it.

Remember, a mammogram is a quick and easy preventive screening that could be a literal lifesaver. And here’s a fact that might surprise you: 85% of breast cancers occur in women who have no family history of breast cancer. So even if it doesn’t run in your family, you're still at risk—just by being a woman.

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Health experts recommend starting annual mammograms at age 40, or age 35 if you have a family history or other risk factors. The American College of Surgeons, American College of Radiology, and American Cancer Society all stand by this guideline: yearly mammograms starting at 40 are a must.

At CHI St. Alexius Health Williston, their trained team uses 3D mammography to provide a more comfortable experience. If you’re nervous about discomfort, just let your imaging professional know—they’re dedicated to making you as comfortable as possible.

So, this October, treat yourself to a little self-care. Grab a mimosa (non-alcoholic, of course) and get your mammogram—it’s the best way to take care of you!