FY2020 Breast Cancer Screening (Group Screening Using Screening Vehicles): Target People 40 and Over
Last updated: August 26, 2024
Breast Cancer Screening
Breast cancer is a cancer that can be treated if detected early. For early detection, have regular checkups once every two years.
Flow of consultation
Guidance
- In FY 2020, those who fall under the age range in the table below and have not undergone the Inagi City Breast Cancer Screening since FY 2020 will receive a "recommendation postcard" or "free coupon" from the city in place of the consultation ticket required for the screening. We will send you a ticket.
- If you are eligible, you do not need to apply for a medical examination ticket as described below.
- If you have received a notification and would like to be examined using a breast cancer screening vehicle , please apply from the "Logo Form" dedicated form for coupon eligible persons or by "calling the health center" during the application period shown in the table below. please.
Age (date of birth) in 2020 | remarks |
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| We will send a postcard encouraging consultation in mid-April. |
| Free coupons will be sent in early May. |
subject
- Women who are 40 years old or older (born before April 1, 1985) and have not had a medical examination since 2020
Note: The following people cannot take the test. When deciding whether to undergo a medical examination, please follow the instructions of the medical institution conducting the examination.
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Note: If you have symptoms (chest pain, lumps, etc.), please visit the outpatient clinic instead of coming for a checkup.
Note: If you have a chronic illness and you have a doctor, please consult with them in advance about undergoing breast cancer screening.
Inspection details
- Interview
- Breast X-ray examination (mammography examination)
Note: According to national guidelines, people in their 40s will be photographed in two directions, and people over 50 will be photographed in one direction.
Schedule and application period
venue | Implementation date | Application period |
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Friend Hirao (Hirao) |
September 28th (Saturday) | From Wednesday, August 7th to Friday, August 23rd |
Inagi City Health Center (Hyakumura) |
June 29th (Saturday) |
From Monday, April 1st to Friday, May 10th |
October 6th ( Sunday ) |
Thursday, August 15th to Friday, August 23rd Note: Saturday, November 9th only, until September 9th |
|
December 21st (Saturday) |
From November 1st (Friday) to November 10th (Sunday) |
Note: In the event of a large number of applications, a lottery may be held.
Note: Locations and dates are subject to change.
Note: Breast cancer screening (individual examinations) are also conducted at the Inagi City Hospital Health Checkup Center.
How to apply
- Please apply for a medical examination voucher at the Inagi City Health Center using one of the methods during the application period in the table above.
Example of application form
(1) Postcard or sealed letter
Please write "Application for Breast Cancer Screening (Screening Van)" as the subject of the application, fill in the following information, and mail it to Inagi City Health Center.
- Desired date of examination
- Name (furigana)
- date of birth
- address
- telephone number
- Year of last medical examination (to the extent known)
Postal code 206-8601 112-1 Hyakumura, Inagi City Inagi City Health Center |
(2) Apply via the Logo Form (online)
(3) Fill out the designated application form at the Inagi City Health Center counter
Opening hours: Weekdays from 8:30am to 5:00pm (closed on Saturdays, Sundays, national holidays, and December 29th to January 3rd)
cost
- Copayment: 3,030 yen
Note: If your health insurance card states that your copayment is 10%, the fee is 1,010 yen. If your health insurance card states that your copayment is 20%, the fee is 2,020 yen. (You must present your health insurance card at the reception.)
Persons eligible for exemption from contribution
If you fall under any of the following categories (1), (2), or (3) as of the date of your consultation, you will be exempt from paying any copayments. Please note that you will need to complete the necessary procedures in advance .
(1) Households receiving public assistance | Please obtain a "Certificate of Protection" or "Certificate of Support Benefits" from your city hall's Life and Welfare Division in advance and submit it at the reception desk on the day of the examination . |
(2) Japanese nationals remaining in China | |
(3) Households exempt from municipal tax | After applying for a consultation ticket, once you have received it, please bring it with you to the health center to receive a ``Confirmation Form for Exemption of Medical Examination Fee''. Please submit the copayment exemption confirmation form to the reception on the day of the examination. |
Notes: Common matters
- One certificate is required for each type of cancer screening you receive.
- All certificates are valid for up to six months after issue .
Important Notices for Visiting the Clinic
reference
Tokyo Health Station (external link)
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Inquiries regarding this page
Inagi City Welfare Department Health Division
112-1 Hyakumura, Inagi City, Tokyo (Inside Inagi City Health Center)
Phone: 042-378-3421 Fax: 042-377-4944