Photo courtesy Mark Cuban Heroes Center
Recognizing the critical role of early detection in breast cancer treatment, the Mark Cuban Heroes Basketball Center is partnering with Parkland Health to host the Mammograms Save Lives event on Saturday, March 22, from 7 a.m. to noon.
Free and open to the public, the event will offer no-cost mammograms for women ages 40 and up, blood pressure screenings and glucose monitoring plus pampering services such as chair massages, mini facials and makeup tutorials – all designed to emphasize the importance of women’s health and self-care. The morning kicks off with a one-hour boot camp led by Team Bailey Fitness in the gym at 7 a.m. followed by line dancing at 8 a.m.
While registration for the no-cost mammograms is full, women are still invited to come out and take advantage of the other free services. There will also be opportunities to schedule future no-cost mammograms with Parkland Health.
According to the American Cancer Society, 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, with early detection playing a key role in reducing mortality rates. Mammograms can reduce the risk of dying from breast cancer by up to 30% in women aged 40-74, making events like Mammograms Save Lives essential for raising awareness and encouraging women to prioritize their health.
