Cancer Insurance Information

This is a great resource to find local health care providers holding free cancer screenings…

Check out these year round programs for free screening and medical help. Our biggest triumph in the fight against cancer is catching it early and with these wonderful services provided free there’s no more reasons why not. Check back with us, we will be updating this section regularly.

Men and Women Cancer Screenings

• Every Woman Counts – Offering Free Breast and Cervical Cancer Screenings 800-511-2300
• YWCA of Orange County – In partnership with the Brea Family Center is offering free mammograms to women over the age of 40 with no insurance and/or low income – Call for   an appointment 714-871-4488 x207
• Prostate Cancer Treatment Center – Offering Free Screenings, counseling and treatment. For more info call 800-409-8252
• Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program (BCCTP) – For low income California residents that have been diagnosed with cancer you may be eligible for this program -Call 800-824-0088

Why are regular pap tests so important: A woman that has regular pap smear tests is much more likely to catch cancer in its early state, the pre-cancerous tissue, and stopped from the beginning. Nearly 60 to 80 percent of newly diagnosed cervical cancer cases have been in women that haven’t had a pap test is over 5 years. Women at higher risks include: if you have more than one partner, smoke, became sexually active as a teen, have had an abnormal pap test before and have ever had HPV before. Ask your doctor for more information and set an appointment today.

To get a mammogram or not? There has been much controversy over what age to start getting mammograms. The American Cancer Society recommends women age 40 on up should start getting a mammogram once a year. If you have a family history of breast cancer you should start earlier – check with your doctor right away for the best approach. Also, remember self breast examinations are critical in between regular exams. For more information on free tests available in your areas call The American Cancer Society at 1-800-422-6237.

Detecting Colon Cancer Early Some people might have a misconception that this life saving test might hurt - this does not hurt due to medications to help you sleep through the 30 minute procedure. Put your mind at ease and ask your doctor is age 50 is the right time for you to get this and how does the procedure work. Nine out of ten that are diagnosed early are alive five years later and most living a normal life – this is a silent killer if not found early, don’t put this one off!

*Please Note: We do not recommend nor are a affiliated with these facilities in any way whatsoever so please research what is best for you. Check out our easy shopping tips for cancer insurance to get more info.