Mammovan brings crucial breast cancer screenings to Ely and Eureka

CARSON CITY – Nevada Health Centers’ (NVHC) Mammovan is set to visit Ely and Eureka, providing mammography screenings to women across the region. With a focus on early detection, the Mammovan ensures access to these critical services for all women, regardless of insurance status.

Recognizing the importance of regular screenings, especially for women aged 40 and older, NVHC’s mobile mammography unit travels throughout Nevada, reaching communities of all sizes. Thanks to donations, grant funding may be available to assist uninsured women in accessing these potentially life-saving screenings. Women younger than 40 with a provider’s screening referral are also eligible.

The Mammovan will be making the following stops:

• Ely:
  • Tuesday, April 8: 7:40 a.m. – 3:20 p.m.
  • Location: Near the Duckpond, Clark Street.
• Eureka:
  • Wednesday, April 9: 7:40 a.m. – 12:40 p.m.
  • Location: Eureka County Medical Center, 250 South Main Street.

Appointments can be scheduled by calling 1.877.581.6266, option 1.

NVHC accepts most major insurance plans, Medicaid and Medicare. Their mission is to provide accessible, quality healthcare services throughout Nevada, ensuring that economic status does not hinder access to necessary screenings.

The Mammovan, which began operations in 2000, was made possible through a grant secured by former Congressman John Ensign and former First Lady of Nevada, Dema Guinn. It continues to be a crucial resource for women in rural Nevada, bringing essential healthcare services directly to their communities.