10/23/2026
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it is a crucial time for women veterans to prioritize their health. Due to military service exposures like burn pits or chemicals, women who served may face an elevated risk of breast cancer.
Early detection saves lives! Protect your health with these action steps today:
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Schedule your screening: Contact your local VA facility or primary care provider to book your annual mammogram.
π Check your eligibility: Under the SERVICE Act, many toxic-exposed veterans qualify for specialized or free screenings.
π€ Connect with support: Reach out to your local VA's Women Veterans Program Manager for tailored healthcare navigation.
Let's look out for one another. Schedule your screening, talk to your provider, and encourage your fellow sister veterans to do the same. Your health is your strength!
π Learn more: https://www.womenshealth.va.gov/WOMENSHEALTH/topics/mammogram-breast-health.asp