Mobile Mammography Service

Mammobus^®

The National Healthcare Group Diagnostics (NHGD)'s Mammobus^®, a mobile mammography service, is equipped with a digital mammography machine. This allows mammogram images to be reviewed instantly, which can reduce the number of recalls arising from blurring issues. The Mammobus^® brings the convenience of onsite mammogram screening to the community and workplace.

Mammobus^® is the only MediSave-accredited mobile mammography service provider in Singapore.

Eligibility

Women aged 40 and above are encouraged to go for regular mammogram screening every year (aged 40-49)* or every 2 years (aged 50 and above).

*If you are in your 40s, please seek your doctor's advice on the benefits and limitations of going for a mammogram.
 

Related: Screen for Life - National Health Screening Programme

Preparation

Participants are reminded to 

• Bring along identity card and doctor referral letter (foreigners only) on the day of screening.
• Arrive 15 minutes prior the appointment time for registration on the Mammobus^®. (Should there be any cancellation of appointment, participants should inform the organizer’s representative. The representative will then inform the staff on the Mammobus^®.)
• Not to apply any powder, body lotion, deodorant, perfume, powder or ointment on participant’s neck, underarms and chest areas on the day of screening.
• Wear a comfortable two-piece outfit as participants are required to undress from waist up.
• Not to wear jewellery (such as drop earrings or necklaces) that may obscure the imaging of participant’s breast area.

Related: 5 Ways to Psych Yourself Up for a Mammogram

Procedure

What happens during mammogram?

• Our staff will first ask the participant some questions about her medical history.
• A female radiographer will perform the mammogram screening.
• If the participant is pregnant or suspects that she is pregnant, she should inform the onsite radiographer before the screening.
• During the procedure, the participant’s breasts will be compressed by plastic plates, which may be uncomfortable. The participant may inform the radiographer if she experiences any extreme discomfort.
• The whole process takes about 15 minutes.

Related: Screen for Cancer before it's Too Late
 

Booking Information

For more information on how to get screened on Mammobus^®, please visit www.nhgd.com.sg or contact us at nhgd.ask@nhghealth.com.sg.
 

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