According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, 1 in 8 women in their lifetime will be diagnosed with breast cancer. In October, we bring awareness to breast cancer in a variety of ways – donating to and/or participating in charity events, celebrating survivors of breast cancer, even wearing pink.

It’s important to look out for early warning signs and take preventive care. Mammograms can show a breast lump before it can be felt, and even tiny clusters of calcium. It is recommended for all women 40 and older to have a mammogram every year.

If you’re an MSU benefits-eligible faculty or staff member, did you know all of MSU’s Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Blue Care Network plans cover a 3-D mammogram screening per calendar year? Plan coverage is important to keep in mind as you either enroll or make changes to your MSU benefits selections during Open Enrollment this month. Review the plan options and coverage summaries on the MSU HR website or participate now in the EBS Portal.

If you are unable to schedule a mammogram, there are other ways for early detection/prevention. Read more about what Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan recommends.