NewsFinale
  • Home
  • News
  • Local News
  • Business
  • Health
  • Finance
  • Celeb Lifestyle
  • Crime
  • Entertainment
  • Advertise Here
Gleammour AquaFresh
NewsFinale
  • Home
  • News
  • Local News
  • Business
  • Health
  • Finance
  • Celeb Lifestyle
  • Crime
  • Entertainment
  • Advertise Here
Home Local News Cancer Survivor Aids Uninsured Women with Access to Mammograms in Central Florida

Cancer Survivor Aids Uninsured Women with Access to Mammograms in Central Florida

Central Florida cancer survivor helps uninsured women get mammograms
Up next
Mom goes viral for earning world record running across a track of LEGOs barefoot
Mom Becomes Viral Sensation by Setting World Record Running Barefoot Across LEGO Track
Published on 06 September 2025
Author
NewsFinale Journal
Share and Follow
FacebookXRedditPinterestWhatsApp


EATONVILLE, Fla. – A Central Florida breast cancer survivor is working to ensure women across the state have access to potentially life-saving mammograms, regardless of their insurance status.

Through “The Beautiful Gate” organization’s Mammograms After Sunday Service (MASS) program, women can receive breast cancer screenings in their communities via mobile 3D mammography units.

“Our target is uninsured women,” said The Beautiful Gate’s founder, Pamela Burnett. “We can’t stop cancer. But at least we could try to stop late-stage diagnosis.”

According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, women who receive regular screenings have a 26%-lower death rate from breast cancer than those who do not receive screenings.

[EXCLUSIVE: Become a News 6 Insider (it’s FREE) | PINIT! Share your photos]

The MASS program, supported by numerous partnerships, combines breast health education with accessible screening services. The mobile units make stops at various communities, such as in Eatonville on Saturday.

“I have not had a mammogram in the last year. So, I decided it’s best for me to come for my health at 70,” said Gweneth Liddy, who attended Saturday’s screening event. “It’s very important because you need, if anything goes wrong, you need to be able to detect it before it gets serious and our health is our wealth.”

Burnett, a 24-year breast cancer survivor herself, emphasizes the importance of year-round accessibility to mammograms, rather than limiting screenings to breast cancer awareness events in October.

“I still think this type of community outreach works best — that’s just my opinion,” she said.

She is now encouraging communities to make these mobile screening events a regular occurrence.

“You don’t need me to bring this mobile unit back here. Don’t let this be the last year. You make it a yearly thing, get on it now,” Burnett said.

For a list of upcoming screening events and if you’d like to register, click here.

Breaking News Alerts

Get breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox.

Copyright 2025 by WKMG ClickOrlando – All rights reserved.

Share and Follow
FacebookXRedditPinterestWhatsApp
You May Also Like
2 protesters shot dead as tensions rise in Cameroon ahead of election results, opposition says
  • Local News

Cameroon Election Turmoil: Two Protesters Killed Amid Rising Tensions, Opposition Reports

In the heart of Yaoundé, tensions flared as Cameroon’s streets became the…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
Illinois State Police warning drivers to watch out for deer
  • Local News

Illinois State Police Alert Motorists to Heightened Deer Activity on Roads

ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The Illinois State Police has issued a cautionary advisory…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
‘I know ball’: What does the latest Gen Z slang mean, and do you ‘know ball?’
  • Local News

Understanding ‘I Know Ball’: Unpacking the Latest Gen Z Slang and Its Meaning

(NEXSTAR) – If you’ve been around kids, especially those in their preteen…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
SNAP funds set to run out during shutdown: 5 takeaways
  • Local News

5 Key Insights as SNAP Benefits Face Uncertainty Amid Government Shutdown

Across the nation, millions may face a halt in their Supplemental Nutrition…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
Coroner responding to office involved shooting at Sprint Gas station in North Augusta
  • Local News

Coroner Investigates Officer-Involved Shooting at North Augusta Sprint Gas Station

NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. – An officer-involved shooting occurred at a gas station…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 26, 2025
Man dies, teen in critical condition after being found unresponsive in Orange County pool
  • Local News

Tragic Incident in Orange County: Man Passes Away, Teen Critically Injured After Pool Accident

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A tragic incident unfolded in Orange County on…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 26, 2025
Anthony Nelson and the Buccaneers’ defense shine in a 23-3 victory over the struggling Saints
  • Local News

Anthony Nelson Leads Buccaneers’ Defense to Dominant 23-3 Triumph Against Struggling Saints

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Tampa Bay’s edge rusher Anthony Nelson delivered a…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
NFC South-leading Bucs look to bounce back against struggling Saints
  • Local News

Bucs Aim to Strengthen NFC South Lead with Crucial Win Against Struggling Saints

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Despite Baker Mayfield’s criticisms of the New Orleans…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 26, 2025
Big win in midterm vote for Argentina's President Milei boosts markets and vindicates Trump
  • Local News

Argentina’s President Milei Secures Major Midterm Victory, Energizing Markets and Aligning with Trump

BUENOS AIRES – Argentina’s markets experienced a significant upswing on Monday,…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
Mom let her son with autism waste away and die: Cops
  • Crime

Neglect and Tragedy: Heartbreaking Case of Mother Charged in Son’s Death Raises Awareness for Autism Care

Inset: Manisha Nath (Chesterfield County Police). Background: The Virginia home where…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
FILE - Protesters are seen outside Planned Parenthood, Sept. 18, 2023, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash, File)
  • US

Planned Parenthood in Wisconsin Restarts Abortion Services After Brief Hiatus

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin has once again begun…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
DoorDash offers emergency response to SNAP crisis
  • News

DoorDash Launches Emergency Support Initiative Amid SNAP Crisis to Aid Food-Insecure Families

With food assistance benefits set to expire beginning Saturday, DoorDash has initiated…
  • NewsFinale Journal
  • October 27, 2025
NewsFinale Journal
  • Home
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Sitemap
  • DMCA
  • Advertise Here
  • Donate
Go to mobile version