Myrtle breast screening
Mammography for women in Myrtle
Women in Myrtle aged 40 to 74 can book OBSP breast screening at our Ajax clinic without a referral, using low-dose digital mammography in a private room.
At our clinic on Rossland Road East, Ajax
Rossland Diagnostic Clinic300 Rossland Road East · Ajax
Self-booking for ages 40 to 74
As an OBSP-registered site, we let women in this age range book routine screening without a doctor's referral.
Low-dose digital imaging
Digital mammography uses a low dose of X-ray to examine breast tissue.
Comfort and privacy
Your exam takes place in a calm, private space with a caring team.
Your visit, your community
Screening that fits a rural calendar.
Regular breast screening is easier to keep up with when booking is simple. Women in Myrtle can arrange mammography at Rossland Diagnostic Clinic in Ajax, which is registered with the Ontario Breast Screening Program.
If you are 40 to 74, you can book routine screening directly, with no referral needed. We use low-dose digital X-ray in a private, comfortable room to support early detection and diagnosis of breast disease.
On the day, leave off deodorant, antiperspirant and talcum powder, and wear a two-piece outfit. Bring your health card, park for free and come in through our ground-floor entrance.
On screening day
Small choices that help your images.
A little planning on the morning of your mammogram helps the exam go smoothly and keeps your images clear.
- No deodorant, antiperspirant or powder on chest or underarms.
- Choose a two-piece outfit.
- Bring your health card.
From booking to your visit
A little planning.
A warm welcome.
Call to self-refer
If you are 40 to 74, phone 905-426-3111 and book routine screening directly.
Skip the deodorant
On exam day, avoid deodorant, antiperspirant and talcum powder on your chest and underarms.
Wear a two-piece outfit
A top and bottoms make it easy to change for your mammogram at our Ajax clinic.
Breast screening for Myrtle and the north end.
Myrtle is part of Whitby's rural north, and routine screening can be planned well in advance. Choosing a time that suits your week makes the drive to Ajax an easy part of your routine.
- Myrtle Station
- Brooklin
- Ashburn
- Taunton North
- Rural Whitby
- Pringle Creek
- Williamsburg
- Whitby
- Lynde Creek
Helpful answers
Before you book.
Questions about Mammography or visiting from Myrtle? Our team is here to help.
Call 905-426-3111Can I book a mammogram without seeing my doctor first?
Yes, if you are between 40 and 74. We are registered with the Ontario Breast Screening Program, so you can book routine screening directly.
Why should I avoid deodorant before a mammogram?
Deodorant, antiperspirant and talcum powder can affect the images, so leave them off your chest and underarms on exam day.
What should I wear?
A two-piece outfit is recommended so you only need to remove your top.
Is there a mammography clinic in Myrtle?
Our one location is in Ajax at Unit 102, 300 Rossland Road East. Women from Myrtle travel there for screening.
What is mammography used for?
It helps with early detection and diagnosis of breast disease using low-dose digital X-ray.
Let’s plan your visit
Request a mammogram from Myrtle.
Send your request and our team will confirm a screening time that works with your schedule.
Prefer to speak with us?
905-426-3111