Sedgwick County Health Department hosting low-cost cervical and breast cancer screening exams

Stephanie Nutt
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SEDGWICK COUNTY, Kan. (KSNW) — January is Cervical Health Month. The Sedgwick County Health Department’s Early Detection Works Program offers free or low-cost cervical and breast cancer screening exams.

“Testing and early detection are key to catching cervical cancer when it can be effectively treated,” said the Sedgwick County Government.

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The SCHD says all women, especially those who are sexually active, should have a well woman exam each year. A well woman exam consists of an overall physical exam, breast exams starting at age 20, and a Pap smear every three years starting at age 21. A Pap smear detects precancerous, abnormal changes in the cervix.

To see if you are eligible for a free or low-cost cervical and breast cancer screening exam, you can call the Kansas Department of Health and Environment at 877-277-1368 or visit kdhe.ks.gov.

To schedule an appointment, call 316-660-7300. Sedgwick County’s Main Clinic is located at 2719 W. Central.

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