Connecticut Breast Health Initiative

St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport

Education Grant for The High Risk Women’s Clinic

Awarded $25,000

About this Project:

The High Risk Women’s Clinic will provide a system of education and support for an underserved population of Bridgeport women who have limited access to healthcare and genetic testing. This study will compare compliance in high-risk women who are seen at the Clinic to those who were not seen.  The project will also collect data on possible variables, including race, surgeon, and education level that may have affected access to interventions based on high-risk status.  The proposed research findings will be used to secure additional funds to permanently support a High Risk Women’s Clinic, which will provide individualized care for women at a greater risk for breast cancer.