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October 08, 2026
Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program
available to help low-income residents receive care
LANSING, Mich. – As part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) reminds Michigan women to stay up to date on cervical and breast cancer screenings.
Each year, breast cancer causes approximately 40,000 deaths in the U.S., and in 2026 it is estimated that 9,900 Michigan residents will be diagnosed with breast cancer and for 1,320 of them it will be fatal.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, deaths due to breast cancer have decreased over time, yet some groups experience higher rates of death than others due to barriers and lack of resources. Examples include social isolation, job loss, lack of reliable transportation, food or housing insecurity, and health care costs. Early detection through regular breast cancer screening can dramatically increase survival rates. Catching breast cancer at its earliest stage has a nearly 99% survival rate.
“Screening for cervical and breast cancers has never been more accessible,” said Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, chief medical executive. “New options like self‑collection for HPV testing make it easier than ever for people to stay up to date on cervical cancer screening. And when it comes to breast cancer, regular mammograms remain one of our most powerful tools; catching cancer early can dramatically improve survival. We encourage every Michigander to take advantage of these life‑saving screening options and the resources available to support them.”
Those who are at greater risk of dying from breast cancer include people of color, especially Black women, and people with low income, no health insurance and no personal health care provider.
MDHHS’ Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Navigation Program (BC3NP) is available to help low-income eligible residents receive breast and cervical cancer screenings including mammograms and pap tests, and follow-up care if needed. BC3NP is available across Michigan and works with health care providers. Uninsured residents can enroll in the program and receive mammograms and pap tests at no cost.
Residents who have insurance with high-deductibles or that doesn’t cover these services may receive screening and diagnostic breast and cervical services not paid for by their insurance. Patients diagnosed with breast or cervical cancer may also be eligible to receive treatment through the BC3NP Medicaid Treatment Act.
For more information about eligibility, email BC3NP@Michigan.gov or call 844-446-8727 (TTY 711). Interpreters are available.
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