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Yale New Haven Health will be offering 3D digital mobile mammography screenings. Appointments are available to female employees and UnitedHealthcare covered spouses age 40 and older. These important screenings can help detect breast cancer in the early stages.

3D Digital Mobile Mammogram Van appointments will be offered on-site at Kings Highway, Groton and New London:

Tuesday, November 1, 2022
EB Kings Highway: 9 Kings Highway, Groton, CT 06340   
Bldg. 810 Parking Area
8:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Tuesday, December 13, 2022
EB New London: 28 Nameaug Street, New London, CT 06320
Visitor Center Parking Lot
8:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Wednesday, December 14, 2022
EB Groton: 75 Eastern Point Road, Groton, CT 06340
B Lot
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Who Can Participate:
EB employees and female spouses age 40 and older (spouses must be covered on an EB medical plan) can participate. Contact UHC Benefits Advocate Alicia Kelley at (763) 361-3190 or Alicia_kelley1@uhc.com to confirm benefit coverage for mammography.

How to Schedule an Appointment:
Please email EB Wellness at EBWellness@gdeb.com. Appointments are required; no walk-ins.

On the Day of Your Appointment:

  • Bring your Health Insurance ID card.
  • Bring your Driver’s License or other form of ID.
  • NOTE: No powders, deodorant or lotion should be worn.

Health and Safety Measures:

  • A face covering may be required at all times.
  • Cleaning and sanitizing will be done between each appointment.

Mammograms are a qualifying activity for the “It All Counts” portion of the Employee Incentive Program. Please email EBWellness@gdeb.com or call (860) 867-4003 and leave a voicemail with questions.

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