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What: |
The Breast Cancer Research Semipostal Stamp has raised $77.6 Million for breast cancer research since its issuance in 1998. The Fort Myers Tice Post Office brings the Mammo Mobile Bus out to provide potentially life-saving mammograms. Radiology Regional.com. is the contact to schedule appointments. To make an appointment call 239.936.4068, or go to their website at RadiologyRegional.com. On the mobile bus cash, credit cards and insurance are accepted. There is a program for those who don’t have insurance or the means to pay. Contact Radiology Regional at 239.936.4068 for more information. |
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When: |
Tuesday Oct. 8, 2013 |
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Where: |
Fort Myers Tice Post Office |
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Who: |
U. S. Postal Service |
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Background: |
This is the 4th annual event for the Mammo Mobile Bus at the Post Office. Over 100 mammograms were done, offering a simple test to possibly save a life. Post Offices nationwide are supporting Breast Cancer Awareness month in October through the sales of Breast Cancer Research First-Class Semipostal stamps. The self-adhesive, non-denominated semipostal stamp is sold in sheets of twenty 55-cent stamps. The price of a semipostal pays for the First-Class single-piece postage rate in effect at the time of purchase. By law, 70 percent of the net amount raised is given to the National Institutes of Health and 30 percent is given to the Medical Research Program at the Department of Defense. Since 1998, the stamp has raised over $77.6 million for breast cancer research. The Breast Cancer Research First-Class Semipostal stamp was issued on July 29, 1998 at a first day ceremony held in the White House. It was the first semipostal stamp in U.S. history. |
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