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Among Saint Raphael most sought-after cancer screenings and early detection programs are:
Project Brotherhood
Project Brotherhood is a cancer prevention, education and screening program committed to improving the better health of Greater New Haven-area men. Because prostate, lung and colorectal cancers are the top three cancers found in men, emphasis is placed on these diseases. However, education is provided on lifestyle changes to prevent all forms of cancer. Project Brotherhood is Sponsored in partnership with Bayer Healthcare. Visit the Project Brotherhood web pages for more information.
CT scan for
lung cancer
This sophisticated, new screening called computed tomography, or CT scan, has been shown to dramatically increase lung cancer patients’ odds of survival by detecting the disease at its earliest stages – when it’s small enough to be easily treated, but too small to be detected by routine X-rays. Saint Raphael’s Radiology Department performs these scans weekdays by appointment. The test is non-invasive, quick and painless. It’s not covered by most insurances and costs $325. Call (203) 789-3847 for an appointment.
Mammogram
In addition to performing monthly breast self-examinations, every woman 40 and older should have a yearly mammogram. It’s the best tool for diagnosing breast cancer in it earliest stages. Saint Raphael’s Radiology Department performs mammograms Monday through Saturday. Appointments are needed for basic screenings, and in-depth diagnostic exams require a physician referral. Most medical insurances are accepted. Call (203) 789-5154 for more information or an appointment.
Connecticut Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
Free breast and cervical cancer screenings for women over 40 who don’t have health insurance and who meet financial eligibility guidelines. Call (203) 867-5436 for details.
Sister to Sister
Since 1995, the Hospital of Saint Raphael has been a proud participant in the Connecticut
Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (CBCCEDP). This program is both Federal
and State funded and is offered at the Hospital in conjunction with the Connecticut Department
of Public Health. The program provides free breast and cervical cancer screening and diagnostic
services. Eligibility criteria to participate in the program are women, who are 40 and older,
uninsured or underinsured and have a low income. Women who participate in this program may
also be eligible to participate in WISEWOMAN, a program offering free blood pressure,
cholesterol and diabetes screening. For further program details, call (203) 867-5436.
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