West Virginia Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (WVBCCSP) Services
Early detection saves lives!
Southern West Virginia Health System is proud to partner with the West Virginia Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (WVBCCSP) to bring vital preventive services closer to home. Through this partnership, we’re helping women access free or low-cost breast and cervical cancer screenings, reducing barriers to care and empowering early detection. Screening svaed lives by detecting cancer or pre-cancerous growths when treatment is most effective.
What the Program Offers
Through this program, patients may qualify for:
- Clinical breast exams and mammogram referral
- Pelvic exams and Pap tests
- HPV testing when appropriate
- Follow-up care and diagnostic services if results are abnormal
If additional testing or treatment is needed, the program also connects eligible patients to the West Virginia Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program for continued care.
Who is Eligible?
You may qualify if you:
- Live in West Virginia
- Are 21 to 64 years old
- Meet income guidelines (at or below 250% of the Federal Poverty Level)
Eligibility can be confirmed through a brief conversation with one of our patient navigators.
Protect Your Health Today
Getting screened is one of the most important steps you can take for your health. Early detection of breast and cervical cancer can make treatment simpler, more effective, and more successful.
Ready to take a proactive step in protecting your health? Call us today at 304-824-5806 ext. 2521 and our patient navigators will help determine your eligibility and guide you through scheduling your screening.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The WVBCCSP was created to reduce illness and death from breast and cervical cancer by helping women get the preventive screenings they need. The program ensures that financial barriers, transportation challenges, or lack of insurance does not prevent women from receiving essential care.
Both breast and cervical cancers can often be treated successfully when detected early. Regular mammograms and Pap tests can find changes long before symptoms appear, giving women the best chance for early treatment and positive outcomes.
Abnormal results do not always mean cancer. They may indicate minor changes that simply need monitoring or follow-up testing. If additional care is needed, our team will help you schedule diagnostic services, explain what to expect, and connect you to appropriate specialists. The WVBCCSP may also assist in coordinating further care.
You do not need a referral to learn more about the program. You can contact Southern West Virginia Health System directly, and our staff will guide you through the process.
If you're uninsured or underinsured, the WVBCCSP can cover the cost of your screening. Our staff will work with you to determine eligibility and help you navigate any paperwork.
Your first appointment will include a conversation about your health history and any necessary test(s). If results show any concerns, our staff will guide you through the next steps with care and support.
Please bring the following:
- any insurance or income documents (if applicable)
- Photo identification
- Your current medication list
- Contact information for any previous providers
WVBCCSP is a federally funded, comprehensive public health program.
