Care For Yourself

10/12/2026

What Is the Care For Yourself Program?

The Care For Yourself Program is Iowa's official Breast and Cervical Cancer Early detection program, supported by the CDC. It provides free or low cost preventative cancer screenings and diagnostic services to eligible individuals.

Please reach out to me today if you my qualify for the program:
You are between the ages of 21-64, live in Iowa (Clinton, Jackson, and Scott Counties), and have no insurance or underinsured. I can help you!

[email protected] or 563-421-1913

10/05/2026

09/30/2026

October is Breast Cancer Month

Let's continue to spread awareness, encourage regular screenings, and support one another with love, strength and hope!

09/02/2026

Scan QR code here if you want more info from our Care For Yourself Specialist!

05/06/2026

Hoping to see you there!

01/20/2026

Did you know the HPV vaccine can help protect your child from serious diseases later in life, including several forms of cancer? The vaccine is recommended to be given to boys and girls starting at age 11. Talk with your child’s healthcare provider and learn more about HPV at https://hhs.iowa.gov/immunization/hpv

01/16/2026

Pap smears and HPV testing are proven and easy ways to check for . We know these tests can be awkward, but cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancers through regular screening.

Visit https://hhs.iowa.gov/cfy to learn about cervical cancer screenings and how Iowa HHS can help uninsured or underinsured women get the test they need.

01/13/2026

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical cancer is preventable with the HPV vaccine. Talk with your healthcare provider about what vaccines are right for you and your family.

Visit https://hhs.iowa.gov/health-prevention/vaccines-immunizations/hpv-vaccine to learn more about the HPV vaccine.

12/02/2025

We are excited to introduce Mary Angerer, the new MercyOne Genesis Women's Health Grant Specialist. Her role is to raise awareness of the Care For Yourself program and bring free mammograms and cervical cancer screenings to women in need.

Contact her at [email protected]

10/08/2025