LAKEPORT – In recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Sutter Lakeside Hospital will provide free screening mammograms for eligible individuals on Oct. 14 and 15.

Women interested in receiving a free mammogram must first call toll-free 800-511-2300 to see if they qualify for the California Department of Health Every Women Counts program. This cancer detection program provides California's medically underserved women access to screening and diagnostic services for breast and cervical cancer.

Sutter Lakeside Hospital’s free mammograms are intended for women NOT eligible for the Every Woman Counts program. Those who do not qualify for the state program must meet the following criteria:

• 40 years or older;

• Require a screening mammogram only;

• No insurance or high deductible;

• No mammograms in the past 12 months;

• No patients with implants;

• No recent breast biopsy or breast surgery.

Women who meet these criteria can call the Sutter Lakeside Hospital Medical Imaging Department at 707-262-5030 to schedule an appointment. All appointments are made on a first come, first served basis.

The free mammograms will take place Oct. 14 and 15 at Sutter Lakeside Hospital Medical Imaging Department.