Prevention & Screenings

Know your risk factors

Cancer can be an intimidating disease, but you do not need to live in constant fear of it. There are actually many ways we can assess your risk factors and detect cancer in the early stages before it has a chance to spread.

Our programs are consistent with the national guidelines for cancer prevention. For more information, call 504.349.6763.

The cancer prevention and screening services at West Jefferson Medical Center can help you take steps to manage and possibly prevent cancers you have an increased risk of developing.

Talk to your doctor about your family’s history with cancer and other factors that could increase your risk, including your lifestyle and occupation.

We offer the following prevention and screening services:

• Breast cancer
• Cervical cancer
• Colon cancer
• Lung cancer
• Prostate cancer
• Skin cancer
• Smoking cessation program

To schedule a screening, call 504.349.6763.