Below are some guidelines on when you should start doing a mammogram:
- 40 to 49 years old: Mammogram every year.
- 50 to 74 years old: Mammogram every 2 years.
- 75 years old and above: Continue regular mammograms after discussing with your doctor.
- Below 40 years old: Mammograms are not routinely recommended. Consult a doctor if you are experiencing any breast abnormalities.
Healthier SG Screening
Women who fulfil the following criteria are eligible for a subsidised screening mammogram under the Healthier SG Screening scheme:
- Aged 40 and above
- Singaporean or Permanent Resident
- Have not had a mammogram in the past 12 months (ages 40-49) OR 24 months (ages 50 and above)
- Have not had a dose of COVID-19 vaccination in the past 6 weeks
- Not currently experiencing breast symptoms i.e. lumps/pain/abnormal nipple discharge
- Not currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Never had any breast implants or silicon injections
- Never been diagnosed with breast cancer, OR has been previously diagnosed but has completed treatment, is in remission, and has been discharged
To make an appointment, scan the QR code to access our appointment form or click
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Not Part of Healthier SG Screening
For women who do not qualify for Healthier SG screening mammograms, a request form from your General Practitioner (GP) is required in order to book an appointment.
Upon obtaining the request form, an appointment can be made by emailing your request to nuhsd_contact@nuhs.edu.sg. In your email request, please state the following:
- Name (as per NRIC)
- NRIC
- Name of referring clinic
- Preferred date
- Preferred day of the week
- Preferred time
Our staff will contact you within 3-5 working days to confirm the appointment.