NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 17, 2026Hillsborough
Nevada Health Centers deploys mobile mammography unit to Carson City in August 2026
Nevada Health Centers will provide mobile mammogram screenings at the Sierra Nevada Health Center in Carson City on August 25 and 26, 2026. The service is available to women aged 40 and older, or younger women with a medical referral, regardless of their ability to pay.
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This mobile service increases access to preventative breast cancer screenings for residents in Carson City who may face barriers to traditional clinical settings.
Key Facts
- The Mammovan will be at 3325 Research Way, Carson City, on August 25 and 26, 2026.
- Operating hours are 7:40 a.m. to 3:20 p.m. on both days.
- Appointments can be scheduled by calling 1-877-581-6266 (option 1).
- Screenings are primarily for women aged 40 and older.
- Women under 40 are eligible if they have a referral from a medical provider.
- The service accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurance plans.
- Costs for uninsured patients may be covered by donor funding.
- The Mammovan program has been in operation since 2000.
- The program was originally funded by a grant managed by John Ensign and Dema Guinn.
Who's Mentioned
locationSierra Nevada Health Center“Site of the mobile unit visit at 3325 Research Way.”organizationNevada Cancer Coalition“Public health resource partner.”organizationNevada Health Centers“Provider of the mobile mammography service.”personDema Guinn“Former First Lady of Nevada involved in the initial funding of the Mammovan.”personJohn Ensign“Former congressman involved in the initial funding of the Mammovan.”