With Care for Yourself, many women are eligible for free or low-cost breast cancer screenings (clinical breast exams and mammograms), and cervical cancer screenings (Pap testing and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) testing). Care for Yourself program participants receive local patient navigation services. Coordinators help individuals walk through the breast and/or cervical screening process.
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Parent Organization: Iowa Department of Health & Human Services
With Care for Yourself, many women are eligible for free or low-cost breast cancer screenings (clinical breast exams and mammograms), and cervical cancer screenings (Pap testing and Human Papillomavirus (HPV) testing). Care for Yourself program participants receive local patient navigation services. Coordinators help individuals walk through the breast and/or cervical screening process.
Services:
- Breast cancer screening
- Cervical cancer screening
- Educational information about breast cancer and cervical cancer screenings on website
- Connection to WISEWOMAN cardiovascular screening program for eligible participants.
Eligibility:
Iowans between the ages of 21 and 64 years of age who meet income requirements. Care for Yourself can also make recommendations for individuals that are not eligible to participate in the program.
Intake Process:
Call the Care for Yourself coordinators at 866-339-7909.
Interpreters Available:
Spanish
Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Handicap Accessible: No
Appointment Needed: No
Website: View Website