In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month, today, Assembly Minority Leader Will Barclay (R,C,I,Ref-Pulaski) (second from left) and his staff (from left, Brittney Jerred, Terry Wilbur and Nicholas Allen) encouraged regular screenings for breast cancer.

"Close to one in every eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime, and in New York it claims the lives of more than 2,500 women annually. Early detection, however, saves lives, so it is critical that women, especially those over the age of 40, are screened regularly,” said Leader Barclay.  

There are many resources for those seeking information about preventative measures, screenings and support:

• For Oswego and Jefferson counties, please visit Oswego County Opportunities Cancer Services of the North Country;
• If you live in Onondaga County, please visit: Onondaga County Cancer Services Program; and
• Additionally, New York State Breast Cancer Services offers more information about combating breast cancer and how to find a screening location near you. 

Editor’s Note: A jpg of Leader Barclay and his staff can be found here.