"The Pink Life Saver"
Mobile mammography from UCH
Too often, a woman's busy schedule makes it hard to keep a mammogram appointment. In fact, the American Cancer Society cites the top two reasons women give for not getting a mammogram are time and convenience.
The Pink Life Saver, University of Colorado Hospital's "mobile mammography" coach, aims to change that by bringing the often life-saving benefits of mammography to time-saving, convenient locations around the Denver area.
Upcoming Scheduled Locations
During the week, we're usually at the following UCH clinic locations. However, please call us at (720) 848-1030 to confirm we'll be there that day, as we might have an appearance elsewhere.
- Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Lowry Internal Medicine Clinic
- Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Park Meadows Family Medicine Clinic
- Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - Westminster Family Medicine Clinic
- Fridays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. - A.F. Williams Family Medicine Clinic at Stapleton
See this Locations page for UCH clinic maps and directions ("primary care" tab)
Call (720) 848-1030 to confirm Pink Life Saver appearances.
More 2013 metro Denver appearances
(Appearance information is subject to change)
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Date
|
Hours |
Location |
| June 4 |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
King Soopers, 18211 E. Hampden Ave.
Aurora [map] |
| June 7 |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
King Soopers, 19711 E. Smoky Hill Rd.
Centennial [map] |
| June 8 |
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 480 N. Highway 287
Lafayette [map] |
| June 18 |
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 19711 E. Smoky Hill Rd.
Centennial [map] |
| June 19 |
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 38th & Sheridan
Wheat Ridge [map] |
| June 21 |
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 18211 E. Hampden Ave.
Aurora [map] |
| June 24 |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
UCH Family Medicine Clinic
Park Meadows |
| June 26 |
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, S. Federal & Belleview
Englewood [map] |
| July 2 |
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 19711 E. Smoky Hill Rd.
Centennial [map] |
| July 12 |
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 18211 E. Hampden Ave.
Aurora [map] |
| July 13 |
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 12167 Sheridan Blvd.
Broomfield [map] |
| July 15 |
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. |
UCH Family Medicine Clinic
Park Meadows |
| July 17 |
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
"Rally for the Cure" golf tournament
Heather Gardens Golf Course
2888 S. Heather Gardens Way
Aurora [map] |
| July 27 |
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 2355 W. 136th Ave. (near Zuni)
Broomfield [map] |
| Sept. 7 |
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 7984 W. Alameda
Lakewood [map] |
| Sept. 24 |
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
Alliance Call Center
Westminster |
| Sept. 28 |
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
King Soopers, 3400 Youngfield
Wheat Ridge [map] |
| Call (720) 848-1030 for appointment and scheduling information. |
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Answers to your questions
What is the Pink Life Saver?
The Pink Life Saver is a mobile mammography coach that travels to different locations in the metro Denver area. It's equipped with the latest digital imaging technology, ensuring the highest level of diagnostic accuracy.
Funding for the Pink Life Saver came from UCH's "Men for the Cure" event, an annual fundraiser held by the University of Colorado Hospital Foundation, and King Soopers.
How do I make an appointment?
Making a mammogram appointment on The Pink Life Saver is easy - just call (720) 848-1030.
Do I need a prescription for a mammogram?
Is there a fee?
Most insurance plans don't charge for screening exams. University of Colorado Hospital will bill your insurance accordingly.
Which women can't get mammograms on the Pink Life Saver?
Due to hospital guidelines, the Pink Life Saver is unable to provide mammograms to these women:
- Those diagnosed with breast cancer within the past two years
- Women undergoing treatment for breast cancer
- Women experiencing a new breast problem (feel a lump, have skin changes or nipple discharge)
- Women who are breast feeding or who have breast fed in the last 6 months
- Those with no health insurance
Can I get the Pink Life Saver to come to my business?
Yes! Please call Dana Knapp at (720) 848-1638 to find out how.
Rolling to a clinic near you . . .
Soon the Pink Life Saver will be making stops at UCH family and internal medicine clinics, as well as to select King Soopers locations that offer primary health care through "The Little Clinic" network.
An idea that went mobile
In October 2012 the hospital's award-winning e-newsletter, UCH Insider, ran a story about the creation of this "mobile mammography coach."
Read the Insider story
Read "Saving a life stop by stop" on OurColoradoNews.com