Komen Disassociates and Defunds Breast Exams at Planned Parenthood


While Planned Parenthood does not perform mammograms on site, if a lump is detected during an exam, a referral to an off-site clinic is made. Often financial assistance is offered for those who cannot afford the mammography, said Cowley.

Komen spokeswoman Leslie Aun contends the decision to pull the funding was the result of Planned Parenthood becoming the subject of an investigation by Rep. Cliff Stearns (R-Fla.) The congressman is seeking information on whether public funds were used to fund abortions.