The KRMC Foundation’s Catch it Early Program aims to reduce breast cancer deaths in Mohave County, Arizona.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosis among women in Arizona, with nearly 5,500 new cases per year. Closer to home, projections estimate that more than 100 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in Mohave County annually.  Breast cancer is the 4th leading cause of death in Arizona, with 25 percent of breast cancer cases diagnosed in late stages of the disease. That is why early diagnosis of breast cancer is critical. When caught in its earliest stages, studies indicate the 5 -year survival rate for breast cancer is more than 99 percent.

Thanks to community donations, the KRMC Foundation’s Catch it Early program helps Kingman Regional Medical Center provide free or reduced- cost mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women in Mohave County

You can make a difference. To donate to the KRMC Foundation’s Catch it Early program, please call (928) 263-5672.

 

Finding breast cancer early is crucial

Breast cancer begins when cells in the breast start to grow abnormally.  Those cells replicate, creating more irregular cells and resulting in the growth of a tumor. Eventually the lymph system and blood vessels can carry the cancer cells to other tissues and organs in the body and spread the disease. Additionally, the body’s own hormones can help accelerate the growth of some tumors.

Providing free or reduced-cost screening mammograms with Catch it Early

For uninsured and underinsured women in Mohave County, the Catch it Early program offers free or reduced-cost screening mammograms for women (typically) aged 40 and over. If breast cancer is detected, KRMC also provides breast health navigation support services.

Schedule your mammogram today – (928) 692-2727

If you are aged 40 or older, at higher risk of breast cancer, and a resident of Mohave County—you may qualify for a free or reduced-cost 3D screening mammogram. You can schedule your mammogram directly and usually do not need a referral from your healthcare provider.

The Catch it Early Program is designed for women in Mohave County who need help covering the cost of a screening mammogram. 

• If applicants who have insurance are approved to participate in the Catch it Early Program, KRMC will bill your insurance company, and the program will cover any remaining cost for the mammogram. 
• If you do not have insurance and need help covering the cost of the screening exam, the Catch it Early program could cover the entire cost of the mammogram. depending on your specific financial need. 

If you are younger than 40, please talk to your healthcare provider about what screening methods are right for you.

Breast Cancer Risk Factors, Facts and Statistics

• Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women in the U.S.
• Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in U.S women
• Nearly 280,000 women in the US and 5,500 in Arizona were diagnosed with breast cancer in 2023, with more than 42,000 deaths nationwide
• Screenings for women 50-74, at a minimum of every two years, can reduce cancer deaths by as much as 26 percent
• Age is a risk factor for developing breast cancer—most breast cancer cases are diagnosed after the age of 50
• Genetics can play a role in developing breast cancer
• Breast cancer can be more common in women who have their first period before age 12 or enter menopause after the age of 55
• Dense breast tissue can be a risk factor
• Family history of breast or ovarian cancer can increase your risk
• Other risk factors include being overweight, smoking, not being physically active, first pregnancy after the age of 30
• Breastfeeding can reduce your risk for developing breast cancer