Breast Cancer Detection Center of Alaska

Breast Cancer Detection Center of Alaska Since 1976, The Breast Cancer Detection Center has been providing education and mammograms to women in Alaska, regardless of ability to pay.

During the height of the oil pipeline construction, mammograms were very difficult for women to obtain. A small group of area women organized to solve the problem. Through their efforts, the Breast Cancer Detection Center opened in 1976 to provide mammograms to Interior Alaskan women. Mobile mammography was introduced to Interior Alaska communities in 1995. In 1997, we added a smaller more portable mammography machine, that served the villages off the highway in our van and remote parts of Alaska via airplane or barge. Nancy Murkowski continues to support BCDC today and has been responsible for raising over four million dollars to date to support the center through her Annual Waterfall Foundation Fundraising Event. We often say that without her support BCDC would not be here. In December 2009 we purchased our Hologic Selenia full-field digital mammography system for our clinic in Fairbanks. This machine provides exceptional image quality and improves the efficiency of exams so that your results will be available in two days! Every effort was expended in the purchase of this machine to assure that we offer you the best exam possible. In Spring of 2011 we purchased a 33 foot Freightliner coach equipped with the latest in digital full-field mammography technology. This will provide the same state-of-the-art mammography offered by BCDC at our clinic, throughout Fairbanks, the City of North Pole, villages along the roadway, and areas accessible through the barge system. We pride ourselves in providing professional, accurate and comfortable mammograms to suite everyone. All of our radiologic technologists are mammography certified and provide the utmost in personal care during your mammogram. We strive to make your visit as comfortable as possible. We participate in Health Fairs, Community Presentations and Media awareness campaigns. BCDC is a non-profit organization. We are funded by payment for services and donations from patients. We are fortunate to have support from members of the community and their corporate partners. Our funds are used to pay for our operational costs to bring mammograms and education to underserved populations. We do bill all insurance for mammogram services when available. Our mammograms are available to all regardless of ability to pay! Resources:

http://www.bcdcofak.org/

http://dhss.alaska.gov/dph/wcfh/Pages/bchc/default.aspx

https://www.cancer.org/

✨ A Grateful Shout-Out to Usibelli Coal Mine✨Thank you to Usibelli Coal Mine for generously sponsoring our Golden Legacy...
11/19/2025

✨ A Grateful Shout-Out to Usibelli Coal Mine✨

Thank you to Usibelli Coal Mine for generously sponsoring our Golden Legacy Gala Photo Booth, beautifully brought to life by ! 📸💗

Your support helped us create unforgettable moments for our guests while advancing the mission of the Breast Cancer Detection Center of Alaska.

We are truly grateful for your partnership, your generosity, and your continued commitment to our community. ✨

11/18/2025

💗 Mission Moments 💗

As we reflect on the incredible generosity shown during our paddle raise at the Golden Legacy Gala, we are reminded why our mission matters so deeply.

To our survivors, their families, and the friends who stand beside them — we stand with you.

Your strength inspires everything we do, and your stories fuel our commitment to providing life-saving breast cancer screening and support across Alaska.

Thank you to everyone who donated, lifted us up, and continues to help us carry this mission forward. 💛

11/15/2025

👀 We asked around the office:
“Who would you warn a new employee about?”

The unanimous answer? Kelsey. 😂

Sure, she might come off a little intimidating at first… but give it five minutes and you’ll see she’s actually super funny, incredibly smart, and truly the heart of our imaging team.

Kelsey has been with BCDC for 16—going on 17!—years, and we are so grateful for her dedication, her expertise, and the way she keeps both our clinic and mobile services running like a well-oiled machine.

We appreciate you, Kelsey! 💗
Our powerhouse Director of Imaging & Mobile Services who we couldn’t do this without.

💗 We’re so excited to share that the Breast Cancer Detection Center of Alaska is part of the North Pole Light the World ...
11/14/2025

💗 We’re so excited to share that the Breast Cancer Detection Center of Alaska is part of the North Pole Light the World Giving Machines again this year! 🎄✨

Being included in this incredible community tradition helps us raise awareness about the survivability of breast cancer and the power of early detection. Every donation directly supports our mission of providing life-saving screenings and education throughout Alaska — including our rural and remote communities.

This year, BCDC has five giving options in the North Pole Giving Machines:

🩷 Mobile Clinic Fuel
🩷 Educational Materials
🩷 A Mammogram
🩷 A Mobile Mammogram
🩷 Life-Saving Equipment

Every swipe makes a difference. Every gift helps save lives.
We’re grateful to be part of this again — thank you for lighting the world with us! ❤️✨

11/13/2025
💗 On Wednesdays, we wear pink! 💗And now you can too — our new pink tees just dropped! 🎀Show your support for the tatas w...
11/12/2025

💗 On Wednesdays, we wear pink! 💗

And now you can too — our new pink tees just dropped! 🎀
Show your support for the tatas with our I ❤️ Motorboating shirts — bold, fun, and all for a great cause. Grab yours at the BCDC and help us keep the conversation (and awareness) going this Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

👚 Stop by to get yours before they’re gone!

✨💛 WOW, Fairbanks — you showed up! 💛✨This past weekend, we celebrated our 20th Annual Golden Legacy Gala, presented by N...
11/10/2025

✨💛 WOW, Fairbanks — you showed up! 💛✨

This past weekend, we celebrated our 20th Annual Golden Legacy Gala, presented by Northern Star Resources Limited, and what an unforgettable night it was!

A huge shoutout to our amazing volunteers, staff, and the 8 Star Event Center for hosting us, and to Your Story Event Planning for bringing our 1920s vision to life. 🥂

To every business and individual who sponsored tables, donated auction items, bid generously, and showed up in full 20’s fashion — thank you for supporting our mission and helping make this milestone event shine.

A heartfelt thank-you to our survivor speaker, Deanna with , for bravely sharing her story and inspiring us all. 💗

Stay tuned — we’ll be sharing photos and videos soon from this incredible evening! 🎬✨

💛✨ We’re all smiles around here—and all hands on deck! ✨💛The countdown is on… the 20th Annual Golden Legacy Gala is just...
11/07/2025

💛✨ We’re all smiles around here—and all hands on deck! ✨💛

The countdown is on… the 20th Annual Golden Legacy Gala is just two days away! 🥂

Our team is buzzing with excitement as we put the finishing touches on everything we’ve been working on behind the scenes. From gold details to 1920s glam, we can’t wait to see everyone dressed to impress and ready to celebrate this Saturday at the 8 Star Event Center.

Our staff is so excited that we even changed our headshots to match the gala vibes. 💃🕺✨

Yes — this is a sold-out event! 🎟️ If you already have a ticket and have not received a text to register, please call our office at (907) 479-3909 so we can make sure you’re all set for the big night.

It’s almost time to raise a glass to 20 incredible years of community, compassion, and care. 💗

🎉💗 A huge thank you to Alaska Imaging for treating our team to lunch in celebration of Kelsey’s 40th birthday!We are so ...
11/05/2025

🎉💗 A huge thank you to Alaska Imaging for treating our team to lunch in celebration of Kelsey’s 40th birthday!

We are so grateful for your generosity—and even more thankful to have you as one of our incredible 20th Annual Golden Legacy Gala sponsors. 🥂

Your continued support helps us further our mission of providing life-saving breast cancer screening and education across Alaska.

Here’s to amazing partners, milestone birthdays, and a whole lot of pink spirit! 💕

11/04/2025

The final countdown is on for the 20th Annual Golden Legacy Gala, happening this Saturday at the 8 Star Event Center!

We can’t wait to show you everything our amazing team has been working on tirelessly behind the scenes. From décor to details, we’re pouring our hearts into every moment of this milestone celebration.

We’re all smiles around here—and we’re definitely making work our favorite this week. 😉

See you Saturday for a night of gold, glamour, and community support for breast health across Alaska. 🥂

Address

1905 E Cowles Street
Fairbanks, AK
99701

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+19074793909

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