Text Line: Get Screened, No Excuses
No Excuses, Get Screened Text Line: Text GET SCREENED to 81336 to find your nearest breast cancer screening location in New York State. 
The Governor, Sandra Lee, Billy Joel, and hundreds of participants ride across the state to raise awareness about breast cancer and support families fighting against the disease. 
Governor Cuomo signs legislation to improve access to and coverage for breast cancer screenings at Citi Field.
The comprehensive legislative package is the nation's most aggressive breast cancer screening action plan.Get Screened, No Excuses
Extended Screening Hours
210 hospitals and hospital extension clinics will be required to offer extended hours of screening for at least four hours per week to help women who have difficulty scheduling mammograms during the typical 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. workday.
Eliminate Annual Deductibles
Annual deductibles, co-payments, and co-insurance payments (“cost-sharing”) will be eliminated for all screening mammograms, including those provided to women more frequently than current federal screening guidelines such as annual mammograms for women in their forties.
4 Hours of Leave
Employers throughout New York State (including New York City) will be required to provide their employees with four hours of leave each year for breast cancer screening.
Get Screened
Find a Screening Location
Early detection is the key to survival. To find a screening location, call 1-866-442-CANCER (2262) or text "Get Screened" to 81336.
Insurance Coverage
All New York State health insurance plans cover breast cancer screenings at no cost to the patient.
NYS Cancer Services Program for Uninsured Individuals
Find out more about access to free breast cancer screening and diagnostic services for uninsured women.
Get Connected
About the State's Breast Cancer Programs
Learn about Governor Cuomo’s new, comprehensive plan to help women get screened and access needed services.
Private Sector 4-Hour Leave for Breast Cancer Screening
Private sector employers can join the State in providing employees four hours annual leave for breast cancer screening.
Extended Mammography Hours
To help women who can't schedule a mammogram during the typical workday, hospitals and clinics are extending their screening hours. Find a location near you.
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