Does OBSP Share Results with Your Family Doctor? What Ontario Patients Should Know
This is one of the most common questions we hear from patients coming in for breast screening. In our experience working with women across Brampton and Bramalea, the worry isn’t the mammogram itself — it’s what happens next. Who sees the results? Will your family doctor know? Do you need to follow up yourself? Here’s […]
Can OBSP Be Done During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding? Understanding Safety and Screening Options
We get this question weekly. A patient calls, worried because they’ve found a lump, they’re newly pregnant, or they’re nursing and unsure what’s safe. We’ve seen the anxiety first-hand. The short answer is that OBSP screening rules change during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and safety always comes first. Here’s how it works in Ontario, what’s allowed, […]
What to Expect After Your OBSP Mammogram Results | Navigating Follow-Ups with Confidence
Waiting for mammogram results is often harder than the appointment itself. We hear this all the time. The screening is quick, the staff are reassuring, and then you go home and wait. If you’ve recently had a mammogram through the Ontario Breast Screening Program, here’s what usually happens next and how to make sense of […]
How OBSP Helps Reduce Breast Cancer Death Rates in Ontario | Early Detection and Screening Outcomes Explained
At Valence Medical Imaging, we’ve seen firsthand how routine screening changes outcomes. Many patients arrive feeling well and leave reassured, while others get answers early—early enough to truly change the course of their care. That real-world experience lines up with province-wide data showing that the Ontario Breast Screening Program has had a meaningful impact on […]
What Support Is Available After an OBSP Diagnosis? Your Guide to Support, Care, and What Comes Next
Hearing that something showed up on your mammogram can stop you in your tracks. We’ve sat with many patients in Brampton and Bramalea at that exact moment—confused, worried, and unsure what comes next. If your screening was done through the Ontario Breast Screening Program, you are not left on your own. There is a clear […]
What Are Common Myths About OBSP Screening? Busted
We hear the same concerns again and again from patients in Brampton and Bramalea. Someone books an OBSP mammogram appointment, then hesitates after reading something online or hearing a story from a friend. In our experience, most of that hesitation comes from myths, not facts. Let’s clear things up with real OBSP screening facts, plain […]
Can OBSP Detect Breast Cancer Early? Success Stories
When people ask us if the Ontario Breast Screening Program really finds breast cancer early, our answer is simple: yes—and we see it all the time. Early detection through an OBSP mammogram screening changes outcomes. It gives people time, options, and peace of mind. In our experience serving patients across Brampton and Bramalea, we’ve watched […]
How to Register for OBSP if You’re New to Ontario: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’ve recently moved to Ontario, learning how healthcare works can feel confusing at first. We hear this all the time from new residents. Many people worry they’ll need a family doctor right away or wait months before booking a mammogram. In reality, OBSP registration Ontario is often much simpler than expected, and most eligible […]
Does OBSP Use 3D Mammography or Traditional Imaging? What Ontario Patients Should Know
If you’re booking your first mammogram through the Ontario Breast Screening Program, it’s normal to wonder what technology is actually being used. We hear this question every week from patients who call us asking whether OBSP uses 3D mammography or traditional imaging. The short answer is yes, both are used, and which one you receive […]
What Happens If OBSP Results Are Abnormal? Next Steps Explained
Getting a call or letter that says your OBSP mammogram results are abnormal can feel scary. We see this reaction all the time. Take a breath. In most cases, abnormal OBSP results do not mean cancer. They mean the radiologist saw something that needs a closer look. At Ontario Breast Screening Program clinics across Ontario, […]