Is Blount County Health Department a participating provider for the Alabama Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (ABCCEDP)?
Yes, it is.

What are the guidelines?
Women who have an income at or below 250% of the federal poverty guidelines - 2018 Income Eligibility Guidelines, Women without insurance or who are underinsured, Women aged 40-64, screened every other year, Women age 40-64 with breast complaints,Women age 40-64 (High Risk), screen every year.

What are the guidelines Women under age 40 Very high breast cancer risk?
Personal history of breast cancer, OR Breast mass AND one of the following: First degree relative with breast cancer, Bloody nipple discharge expressed by the provider Women age 65 and older with no insurance or Medicare Part A only.

Is getting screened for cancer increases the chance to detect the disease early?
Yes, when it is most likely to be curable.