When breast cancer is found at an early stage, more treatment choices may be available and the chance of a complete recovery is higher. Going for regular mammograms is the most reliable way to detect breast cancer, even before lumps can be felt.

In collaboration with SingHealth and Health Promotion Board, the North East Cancer Warrior Support Scheme provides mammogram screening at no cost for eligible women in the North East district. North East CDC hopes to encourage Singaporeans to take proactive measures towards their health while promoting the benefits of early detection.

The scheme will also provide up to $10,000 in financial assistance, should eligible beneficiaries receive a positive diagnosis of breast cancer following the mammogram screening that was completed through the NECDC scheme.

• Includes up to $5,000 to cover out-of-pocket medical expenses after national subsidies
  
  
• A cash assistance of $5,000 will also be disbursed to support beneficiaries with their cost-of-living concerns.

To be eligible for this scheme, you must:

• Be a Singaporean Citizen residing in the North East District
  
  
• Have a Per Capita Income (PCI) $2,300 and below, or a Blue or NEW! Orange CHAS Cardholder
  
  
• Be 50 years old and above
  
  
• Have not gone for a mammogram screening in the last 24 months
  
  
• Not have any pre-existing breast conditions or breast implants done in the past one year

For more details, visit the North East Cancer Warrior Support Scheme page.