Scared of a Mammogram? Jamaica’s Health Experts Have a Message | Pink Table Talk 2026
Breast cancer remains the most common cancer among women in Jamaica, with approximately 1,300 new cases and more than 600 deaths each year. Yet many women delay screening because they are afraid of what they might discover.
In this segment of Pink Table Talk 2026, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Jacqueline Bisasor-McKenzie and Jamaica Cancer Society Executive Director Roshane Reed-Consunji discuss breast cancer statistics, the growing concern about younger women being diagnosed, and why early detection can save lives.
They also address the fear surrounding mammograms, the importance of routine screening, and the support available to Jamaicans through the National Health Fund (NHF) and public health facilities. The discussion highlights practical steps women can take, including breast self-examinations and asking their healthcare providers about clinical breast examinations.
The message is clear: don’t let fear keep you from prioritizing your health. Breast cancer can be detected in any month, not just during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Watch, learn and share this conversation with someone who needs the reminder.
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