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PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE WORD ABOUT THE CANCER SERVICES PROGRAM
CANCER SCREENING SAVES LIVES!

Cancers that can be prevented or detected early by screening account for about half of all new cancer cases. The New York State Department of Health Cancer Services Program provides breast, cervical and colorectal cancer screening services to uninsured and underinsured men and women in every county and borough in New York State through thousands of licensed health care providers. We need your help to reach men and women who could benefit from these potentially life-saving cancer screenings.

WHAT SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE?
Breast, Cervical and Colorectal Cancer Screening and Diagnostic Services
Case Management for Those in Need of Follow-up Services
Medicaid Cancer Treatment Program Enrollment for Eligible Men and Women

HOW CAN MEN AND WOMEN ACCESS THESE SERVICES?
Call the toll-free referral line for a direct connection to a Cancer Services Program in your community.
1-866-442-CANCER (2262)

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?
Encourage uninsured men and women to get their age-appropriate cancer screening services. Spread this message to your organization, community, friends and family. Please share the attached Cancer Services Program information.