Barrie breast screening: RVH highlights mammogram self-referral
In an Oct. 1 release, Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre encouraged eligible Simcoe Muskoka residents to book breast cancer screening. Eligible people ages 40 to 74 can self-refer for a publicly funded mammogram at screening locations across the region, including RVH.
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Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) encouraged eligible residents across Simcoe Muskoka to book breast cancer screening in an Oct. 1, 2026, release marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
According to RVH, one-third of eligible people in Simcoe Muskoka are not up to date on their breast cancer screening.
Who can book without a referral?
RVH says eligible people ages 40 to 74 can book a publicly funded mammogram through the Ontario Breast Screening Program without a referral from a doctor or nurse practitioner, at screening locations across Simcoe Muskoka, including RVH.
For average-risk individuals ages 50 to 74, the release says screening is recommended every two years through Ontario’s organized screening program.
Quick answers
How long does a mammogram appointment take? RVH says an appointment takes approximately an hour.
Is a referral required? Eligible people ages 40 to 74 can book themselves through the Ontario Breast Screening Program without a doctor or nurse practitioner referral.
Where can I find more information? RVH directs residents to www.rvh.on.ca/get-screened for information about breast cancer, mammograms and the Ontario Breast Screening Program.
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RVH issued the screening reminder on Oct. 1, 2026, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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RVH encourages self-care, breast cancer screening this October · Release dateRVH encouraged eligible Simcoe Muskoka residents to book breast cancer screening.
“This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) is encouraging eligible residents across Simcoe Muskoka to book their breast cancer screening and ensure they are up to date with routine mammograms.”
RVH encourages self-care, breast cancer screening this October · Opening paragraphRVH says one-third of eligible people in Simcoe Muskoka are not up to date on screening.
“one-third of eligible people in Simcoe Muskoka are not up to date on their breast cancer screening.”
RVH encourages self-care, breast cancer screening this October · Screening participation paragraphEligible people ages 40 to 74 can self-refer for a publicly funded mammogram through OBSP.
“Eligible people ages 40 to 74 can book themselves a publicly funded mammogram through the Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) without needing a referral from a doctor or nurse practitioner.”
RVH encourages self-care, breast cancer screening this October · Self-referral paragraphScreening locations across Simcoe Muskoka include RVH.
“Being able to self-refer can make it easier for eligible people to access screening at screening locations across Simcoe Muskoka, including RVH.”
RVH encourages self-care, breast cancer screening this October · Self-referral paragraphThe release recommends screening every two years for average-risk individuals ages 50 to 74.
“For average-risk individuals ages 50 to 74, screening is recommended every two years through Ontario’s organized screening program.”
RVH encourages self-care, breast cancer screening this October · Screening participation paragraphRVH says a mammogram appointment takes approximately an hour.
“A mammogram appointment takes approximately an hour”
RVH encourages self-care, breast cancer screening this October · Closing screening reminderRVH provides an information page about breast cancer, mammograms and OBSP.
“To learn more about breast cancer, mammograms and OBSP, visit our website www.rvh.on.ca/get-screened”
RVH encourages self-care, breast cancer screening this October · Closing information link
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