We invite you to participate in the Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program makes it easy to get recommended breast and cervical cancer screenings. Eligible women can receive screenings for free or at low-cost if the following program eligibility requirements are met:
- At least 40 years old
- Has little or no health insurance
- Meets income guidelines of the program
- Living in Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, or Wakulla counties
Breast cancer facts
- Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that begins in the breast.
- Breast cancer is predominantly a disease among woman and is the 2nd most common type of cancer among women in the U.S.
- Among Hispanic women, it is the most common cause of cancer deaths.
- Although more white women get breast cancer, more African-American women die from breast cancer.
- Mammography is the single most effective method of early detection, since it can identify cancer several years before physical symptoms develop.
- Early detection is possible through mammograms beginning at the age of 50, or earlier if family history puts one at increased risk, or as decided by the physician in consultation with the patient.