|
 |
|
|
|
Regional BCHP ProgramBreast and Cervical Health ProgramThe focus of this program is early detection of breast and cervical cancer. It is a program that provides eligible women with free yearly health exams. Health exams include a brief medical history, pelvic exam, clinical breast exam, pap test, a screening mammogram, and patient education about breast self-exam and the need for regular breast and cervical screening. The Klickitat County Public Health Department coordinates eligibility and registers participants for the program. Exams are performed by local participating clinics after registering. For more information caontact Sue Helvie at (509) 249-6519. Outreach workers can provide presentations to groups about the Breast and Cervical Health Program and general information about breast and cervical cancer. Are you eligible? Yes, if you ... • are 40 years or older • have an income at or below 250% of the federal poverty level INCOME GUIDELINES FOR BCHP* Family Size Maximum Monthly Income Maximum Yearly Income 1 $2,167 $26,000 2 $2,917 $35,000 3 $3,667 $44,000 4 $4,417 $53,000 5 $5,167 $62,000 6 $5,917 $71,000 7 $6,667 $80,000 8 $7,417 $89,000 • are uninsured; have insurance that does not cover women's health exams, mammograms, or pap tests; or have the Basic Health Plan, or another insurance plan that requires a deductible, co-payment, or co-insurance on services. What is a mammogram? A mammogram is an x-ray of your breast. This x-ray can show breast changes and detect small lumps that cannot be felt. It is taken at the hospital or other location that has a special kind of x-ray machine and trained workers. What is a pap test? During a women's health exam your nurse or doctor examines your pelvic area. As a part of this exam, a small, soft brush is used to take a few cells from the cervix (the opening of the womb). These cells are then sent to a lab. This is a pap test. Facts & Figures • Over 90% of women who develop breast cancer have no family history of the disease • Over 40.000 women die each year of breast cancer in the United States • One in eight women will have breast cancer in their lifetime When breast cancer is found in its early stages, your changes of surviving are at least 90% or better. The Breast and Cervical Health Program (BCHP) serves women between the ages of 40 and 65. BCHP is not the "free mammogram" program. It is much more than that. Regional Web Site: program overview, eligibility, local provider links and educational materials www.co.yakima.wa.us/health/bchp/home.htm Date of Source Material: 6/8/2010 Source: Public Health Link to Source: Public Health: Health@co.klickitat.wa.us | DIRECTORIES Press Release Department Site Map Public Health Home Environmental Health Services Personal Health Services >Maternity Support Services >Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) >Oral Health >Child Health >Fitness and Nutrition >Immunizations >Family Planning >HIV/AIDS >Communicable Disease >Breast and Cervical Health Program >Sexually Transmitted Infection >Tobacco >Substance Abuse >Links Healthy Living Information Health Care Providers Privacy Notice Contact: Kevin Barry: Director Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. M-F **In Case of Public Health Emergency call 509-773-4545** Goldendale Office: 228 W Main St, MS-CH-14 Goldendale, WA 98620 Fax: 509 773-5991 Phone: 509 773-4565 or 1-888-291-3521 White Salmon Office: 501 NE Washington PO BOX 159 White Salmon, WA 98672 Fax: 509 493-4025 Phone: 509 493-1558 or 1-888-267-1199 Website email: |