Dear Editor,
Nearly 10,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed annually in Illinois. Breast cancer is a serious disease, but it is often treatable when caught early. Early detection and treatment literally saves lives.
That's why Planned Parenthood of Illinois has expanded its services in Chicago and across the state to help more women detect breast cancer early. Thanks in part to the generosity of our donors, this year we will conduct nearly 17,000 breast exams across the state and more than 6,700 in Chicago. Our supporters have also helped us establish a fund that will help women who cannot afford the breast healthcare that they need.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois is proud to be the nonprofit health care provider for 39,000 people in Chicago. We work every day to keep women healthy, and our doors are open to everyone. Contact Planned Parenthood at 800-230-PLAN for more information on our breast health services.
Carole Brite
President and CEO
Planned Parenthood of Illinois