The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (FBCC), also known as the Mary Brogan Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, per Section 381.93, Florida Statutes, makes it easy to get the breast and cervical cancer screenings doctors recommend. The screenings are free or low cost if you meet program eligibility requirements. There are many FBCC sites located throughout Florida.
Cancer is not just one disease but many diseases. There are more than 100 different types of cancer. Cancer occurs when abnormal cells divide without control and are able to invade other tissues. Most cancers are named for the organ or type of cell in which they start.
Florida has the second highest cancer burden in the nation. As of 2011, cancer is now the leading cause of death for Floridians, surpassing heart disease. In the three year period from 2009-2011, the total number of cancer deaths was 122,921.
There’s an average of 100,000 new cancers diagnosed and reported each year to the statewide cancer registry, the Florida Cancer Data System. Visit the Florida Cancer Registry page for more information.
According to the National Cancer Institute, approximately one third of the most common cancers are due to lifestyles – poor diet, obesity, and lack of physical activity.
The 10 most common or most receptive to prevention and early detection cancer sites include: breast, cervical, childhood, colorectal, lung, lymphoma, oral and pharyngeal, ovarian, prostate, and melanoma of the skin.
Patient Information
Having a disease or condition recognized early so treatment can begin may literally be the difference in life or death. Detecting cancer early is extremely important. Statistics indicate that diagnosing and treating cancer early gives the best possible chance of living cancer-free.
The Florida Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program makes it easy to have doctor-recommended breast and cervical cancer screenings like clinical breast examinations, mammograms, and pap smears for women who qualify for services. This national program emphasizes providing services for women who have not had a screening exam in 5 years or longer. The screenings are free or low cost if you meet program eligibility requirements.
For more information, contact our Floyd Kelton Community Health office at 813-307-8082.
What are the qualifications?
- A woman who is 40–64 years of age, and
- Has a household income that is less than or equal to the current year federal poverty level, and
- Has no health insurance which will cover the cost of a CBE, mammogram, or pap smear.
How do I apply?
Complete an application:
