Fiscal Year 2024 Breast Cancer Screening (Group Screening by Mobile Unit): Eligible Participants Aged 40 and Over

Breast Cancer Screening

Breast cancer is a type of cancer that can be treated if detected early. To ensure early detection, let's have regular check-ups every two years.

Flow of Medical Examination

Guidance

• In the fiscal year 2024, for those who fall under the ages listed in the table below and have not undergone breast cancer screening in Inagi City since the fiscal year 2023, the city will send a "recommendation postcard" or a "free coupon" in place of the necessary examination ticket for screening.
• Those who are applicable do not need to go through the application process for the examination ticket described below.
• For those who have received the notification and wish to undergo screening with the breast cancer screening vehicle, please apply within the application period in the table below, either through the "Logo form" designated coupon applicant form or by calling the "Inagi City Health Center".

Those who do not need to apply for a medical examination voucher

Age (Date of Birth) for Fiscal Year 6	Notes
43 years old (born between April 2, 1981 and April 1, 1982) 45 years old (born between April 2, 1979 and April 1, 1980) 47 years old (born between April 2, 1977 and April 1, 1978) 49 years old (born between April 2, 1975 and April 1, 1976)	A recommendation postcard for medical examination will be sent in mid-April
41 years old (born between April 2, 1983, and April 1, 1984)	Free coupon tickets will be sent in early May

Eligibility

Women aged 40 and over (born on or before April 1, 1985) who have not received a medical examination since the fiscal year 2023.

Notice: The following individuals cannot undergo the examination. Please follow the instructions of the implementing medical institution regarding the decision to receive the health checkup.

1. Those on the 3rd day of their period
2. Individuals undergoing treatment or under observation at a medical institution after breast cancer surgery
3. Individuals diagnosed with breast cancer who are currently receiving treatment or under observation at a medical institution
4. Those who regularly receive breast examinations and medical consultations
5. Pregnant Individuals
6. For those who are breastfeeding (including within 3 months after weaning)
7. Individuals who have difficulty standing on their own
8. Those who have undergone breast augmentation and hydrocephalus shunt surgery
9. Individuals with a cardiac pacemaker and similar devices

• Note: If you have any symptoms (such as chest pain or lumps), please visit an outpatient clinic instead of undergoing a health checkup.
• Note: If you have a chronic illness and have a primary care physician, please consult them in advance about receiving a breast cancer screening.

Inspection Details

• Medical Questionnaire
• Mammography (Breast X-ray Examination)

Note: According to national guidelines, individuals in their 40s will have two-direction imaging, while those aged 50 and above will have one-direction imaging.

Schedule and Application Period

Schedule for Breast Cancer Screening Vehicle for Fiscal Year 2024

Venue	Implementation Date	Application Period
Friend Hirao (Hirao)	September 28 (Saturday)	From Wednesday, August 7 to Friday, August 23
Inagi City Health Center (Momura)	Saturday, June 29 Saturday, July 6	From April 1 (Monday) to May 10 (Friday)
Inagi City Health Center (Momura)	October 6th (Sunday) November 9th (Saturday)	From August 15 (Thursday) to August 23 (Friday) Note: Only until September 9 for November 9 (Saturday)
Inagi City Health Center (Momura)	December 21 (Saturday) January 18, 2025 (Saturday)	From November 1 (Friday) to November 10 (Sunday)

• Note: If there are many applications, a lottery may be held.
• Note: The location and schedule may change.
• Note: Breast cancer screenings (individual screenings) are also conducted at Inagi City Hospital Health Checkup Center.

• Fiscal Year 2024 Breast Cancer Screening (Individual Screening): Eligible Persons Aged 40 and Over

How to Apply

Please apply for the examination ticket to the Inagi City Health Center by any of the methods within the application period shown above.

(1) Postcard or letter

Write the title 'Breast Cancer Screening (Mobile Screening Unit) Application', fill out the following, and mail it to the Inagi City Health Center.

• Desired Examination Date
• Name (Furigana)
• Date of Birth
• Address
• Phone Number
• Last medical examination year (as far as known)

Mailing Address

Postal Code 206-8601, 112-1 Momura, Inagi City Health Center

(2) Application from the Logo Form (Online)

• Logo Form(External Link)

(3) Fill out the designated application form at the Inagi City Health Center counter

Office hours = Weekdays from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, holidays, and from December 29 to January 3)

Cost

Self-payment: 3,030 yen

Note: Those with a Health Insurance Card indicating a 10% co-payment will pay 1,010 yen, and those with a 20% co-payment will pay 2,020 yen (presentation of the Health Insurance Card or other documents is required at reception)

Exemptions from Burden Fees

As of the date of examination, those who fall under any of the following (1) (2) (3) will be exempt from the co-payment. Please note that prior procedures are required.

(1) Households receiving Public Assistance

Please obtain a "Public Assistance Certificate" or "Support Benefit Certificate" in advance from the City Hall Livelihood Welfare Division and submit it at the reception on the day of the examination.

(2) Former Japanese Residents in China

Please obtain a "Public Assistance Certificate" or "Support Benefit Certificate" in advance from the City Hall Livelihood Welfare Division and submit it at the reception on the day of the examination.

(3) Households Exempt from Municipal Resident Tax

After applying for the examination voucher, please bring the voucher with you to the Health Center to receive the "Exemption Confirmation for Examination Fees". The exemption confirmation must be submitted at the reception on the day of the examination.
Note: For those who have recently moved and have not had a taxation decision made in Inagi City, please obtain a "Non-Taxation Certificate" from your previous municipality and bring it to the Health Center. For more details, please contact the Health Center.

Note: Common Matters

• For each type of certificate, one sheet is required for each type of cancer screening.
• The validity period of various certificates is within 6 months after issuance.

Important Notes for Consultation

• Impact of Side Effects After COVID-19 Vaccination on Breast Cancer Screening and Recommended Examination Period (PDF 318.4KB)

Reference

• Tokyo Health Station(External Link)