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	Contact Information Outreach Worker, 509-962-7028 Health Educator, 509-962-7003 healthpromotion@co.kittitas.wa.us ‡

Breast and Cervical Health Program

The focus of this program is early detection of breast and cervical cancer. It is a program that provides eligible women with free health exams. Health exams include a brief medical history, pelvic exam, clinical breast exam, pap test, a screening mammogram, and patient education about breast self-exam and the need for regular breast and cervical screening. The Kittitas County Public Health Department coordinates eligibility for the program and exams are performed by local participating clinics.

Outreach workers can provide presentations to groups about the Breast and Cervical Health Program and general information about breast and cervical cancer.

Are you eligible?

Yes, if you ...

are 40 years or older
have an income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level (see chart)
are uninsured; have insurance that does not cover women's health exams, mammograms, or pap tests; or have the Basic Health Plan, or another insurance plan that requires a deductible, co-payment, or co-insurance on services.

Issues

What is a mammogram?

A mammogram is an x-ray of your breast. This x-ray can show breast changes and detect small lumps that cannot be felt. It is taken at the hospital or other location that has a special kind of x-ray machine and trained workers.

What is a pap test?

During a women's health exam your nurse or doctor examines your pelvic area. As a part of this exam, a small, soft brush is used to take a few cells from the cervix (the opening of the womb). These cells are then sent to a lab. This is a pap test.

Facts & Figures

Over 90% of women who develop breast cancer have no family history of the disease
Over 40.000 women die each year of breast cancer in the United States
One in eight women will have breast cancer in their lifetime

When breast cancer is found in its early stages, your changes of surviving are at least 90% or better.

Get Involved

Internships or volunteer opportunities may be available. Please contact the Outreach Worker or Health Educator for more information.

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