Hewitt Center at Griffin Hospital in Derby to offer Saturday hours for mammograms

DERBY - The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital, 350 Seymour Ave., will have extended Saturday hours from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. starting June 5 to provide individuals with more opportunities and flexibility in scheduling breast screening mammograms. The United States Preventive Services Task Force recommends that women who are 50 to 74 years old and are at average risk for breast cancer get a mammogram every two years. Women who are 40 to 49 years old should talk to their doctor or other healthcare professional about when to start and how often to get a mammogram. If you or a loved one are due for this critical breast cancer test, call The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at 203-732-7101 to schedule a screening.   World Class Breast Care in a Patient-Centered Environment The Hewitt Center for Breast Wellness at Griffin Hospital combines state-of-the-art technology, a team of highly trained physicians and staff, and a Planetree healing environment to offer our patients a comprehensive range of personalized breast care and wellness services. The Center features two new, state-of-the-art digital mammography suites, two breast ultrasound suites, and an advanced system to perform stereotactic biopsy. This is a press release from Griffin Hospital.