Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
The New Mexico Department of Health Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection (BCC) Program offers free breast and cervical cancer screenings and tests like pap smears, HPV testing, and mammograms through healthcare providers across the state of New Mexico. The program also educates the public about how to prevent cancer, understand the disease, and make informed decisions about screenings.
You might be able to use these services if you:
- Have a low income
- Have little or no insurance
- Are a woman including transgender woman, transgender man, gender non-binary person, or intersex person.
NM Health Helpline
Nurses at the NM Health Helpline can provide more information about cancer screenings and connect you to a health clinic near you.
1-833-525-1811 (Toll Free)
- Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program Brochure - (English)
- Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program Brochure - (Español)
BCC Clinic Locations
The BCC Program partners with clinics throughout the state to offer breast and cervical cancer screenings. To find a clinic near you, call the NM Health Helpline or one of the clinics listed below. Some NMDOH Public Health Offices also offer BCC services.
HPV Vaccine
There is a vaccine available to help protect against cervical cancer called the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The combination of HPV vaccination and cervical cancer screening provides the greatest protection against cervical cancer. For more information about the HPV vaccine please visit: HPV Vaccination | HPV | CDC or call the NM Health Helpline, 1-833-525-1811 (Toll Free).
Breast Cancer Awareness
The Breast Cancer Awareness license plate is available to any motor vehicle owner. $25.00 of the $37.00 plate fee goes to the New Mexico Department of Health to fund breast cancer screening, outreach, and education.
Click here to apply: Application for Breast Cancer Awareness Plate
Recent Activity
News Articles
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- October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October 18, 2024)
- DOH recognizes January as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month (January 3, 2024)
- Appointments being accepted for 3D mammograms at Las Cruces Public Health Office (November 9, 2022)
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- Mammograms a Must for New Mexico Women (October 19, 2016)
- Lower Your Risk: Breast Cancer a Killer in New Mexico (October 15, 2015)
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- FY25 Eligibility and Consent Form (English) (Form)
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Resources
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- HPV Vaccination | HPV | CDC
- U.S. Preventive Services Task Force Breast Cancer: Screening Recommendation
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- Cancer Prevention and Control
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