Local manufacturer celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month with mammograms

Key Takeaways:

• Bendix launched a special event to emphasize early detection during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
• Approximately 20 employees were driven via limousine for free X-ray screenings.
• The Graves Gilbert Clinic Family Care Center partnered in providing the mammograms.
• Bendix extended these screenings to employees’ spouses.
• The company’s approach underscores broader workplace support for preventive healthcare.

The Journey to Early Detection

Local manufacturer Bendix recently embraced Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a memorable effort: transporting employees in a limousine to receive mammograms. On Thursday, some 20 staff members took the special ride to the Graves Gilbert Clinic Family Care Center. This initiative was designed to underscore the life-saving importance of early detection.

A Generous Coverage

In an inclusive move, Bendix offered mammograms not only for the women on its insurance plan but also for employees’ spouses. By opening the program to extended family, the company further demonstrated its drive to broaden access to breast cancer screenings. Such comprehensive coverage reflects Bendix’s dedication to health benefits that go beyond the usual workplace perks.

Partnering with Graves Gilbert Clinic

The event took place at the Graves Gilbert Clinic Family Care Center, a facility prepared to provide “breast cancer detection X-rays.” This partnership connected Bendix employees with trusted medical professionals who emphasize the importance of check-ups during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Bringing a limousine of employees to the clinic highlighted the collaborative effort of local businesses and healthcare to make vital screenings more accessible.

A Personal Commitment to Awareness

Bendix’s outreach showcased its commitment to supporting preventive care within the community. By providing a unique excursion for screenings, the organization sought to break down potential barriers to testing, such as scheduling or transportation. In combining convenience with a spirited nod to Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Bendix demonstrated that corporate responsibility can also mean making healthcare personal, proactive, and widely available.