# Free Mammograms and Pap Tests in Artemida: Women's Health Campaign

> * Official social welfare initiative by the Spata-Artemida Municipality for breast and cervical cancer prevention.
> * Offering free digital mammograms for women aged 40 and over.
> * Providing Pap tests (ages 25-70) and HPV DNA testing (ages 30-50).
> * Location: Hellenic Foundation of Oncology Mobile Unit at Artemida Port.
> * Campaign dates: March 23rd to April 30th, 2026.
> * Registration process: Mandatory appointment via phone (22940 45556, ext. 309 for Artemida).

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According to an official announcement from the [Spata-Artemida Municipality](https://spata-artemis.gr/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/%CE%A0%CF%81%CF%8C%CF%83%CE%BA%CE%BB%CE%B7%CF%83%CE%B7-%CE%B3%CF%85%CE%BD%CE%B1%CE%B9%CE%BA%CF%8E%CE%BD-%CE%94_%CE%A3%CF%80%CE%AC%CF%84%CF%89%CE%BD-%CE%95-%CE%A6%CE%AC%CF%83%CE%B7.pdf), a new social welfare initiative has launched, focusing on the prevention and protection of women's health. Local residents can now access free preventive screenings as part of public health outreach programs.  

The Importance of Preventive Screenings
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Prevention remains the most effective way to combat serious medical conditions. Early diagnosis is often life-saving, as specific types of cancer typically show no symptoms in their early stages. Delaying an exam can lead to a diagnosis at a more advanced stage, making treatment significantly more complex.  

### Screening Details

* **Mammogram:** An imaging test of the breast tissue that detects abnormalities long before they can be felt. It is the primary tool for early breast cancer detection, significantly increasing the chances of successful treatment.
* **Pap Test:** A quick cell examination from the cervix to identify precancerous changes. This method allows for medical intervention before the disease even develops.

### Eligibility and Participation

To keep the community informed, the following official eligibility requirements are listed by age group and screening type:  

| Type of Screening |       Age Group       |                Notes                 |
|-------------------|-----------------------|--------------------------------------|
| **Pap Test**      | 25 -- 70 years old    | Cervical cancer preventive screening |
| **HPV DNA Test**  | 30 -- 50 years old    | Included within the Pap Test session |
| **Mammogram**     | 40 years old and over | Digital breast screening             |

Schedule and Location
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This initiative provides direct access for female residents of Artemida and Loutsa with no financial burden.

* **Period:** From March 23rd to April 30th, 2026.
* **Service Point:** Screenings will be conducted at the **Mobile Unit** of the [Hellenic Foundation of Oncology](https://ellio.gr/%CF%80%CE%BF%CE%B9%CE%BF%CE%AF-%CE%B5%CE%AF%CE%BC%CE%B1%CF%83%CF%84%CE%B5/), located at **Artemida Port.**
* **Cost:** The service is provided free of charge.

### How to Book an Appointment

To ensure the smooth operation of the program and avoid overcrowding, interested individuals are requested to contact the municipal services directly to schedule their visit.

**Appointment Phone Lines:**

* **For Artemida:** 22940 45556 (Ext. **309**)
* **For Spata:** 22940 45556 (Ext. **305**)