Cancer Services Program of the Finger Lakes Region

03/07/2026

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Happy Dress in Blue Day! 💙

Members of our team wear blue in honor of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month and in support of all impacted by colorectal cancer. Colorectal cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death for people under 50 and the second deadliest overall.

Colorectal cancer can be prevented. Screening guidelines recommend beginning regular screening at age 45. If you have additional risk factors, you may need to start earlier. Talk with your doctor about the right plan for you.

Don't have health insurance? Call the Cancer Services Program of the Finger Lakes Region at (585) 224-3070 to see if you qualify for free screenings.

03/05/2026

Friday is Dress in Blue Day to support Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

On this day, we come together to raise awareness about the disease, the importance of getting screened, and honor all of those who have been impacted by colorectal cancer.

Time to look through your closet for every blue piece of clothing you have! 💙

03/05/2026

Colorectal cancer can be prevented or more easily treated the earlier it’s found. If you're 45 or older, it's time to get screened… even if you feel fine.

Uninsured? Contact the Cancer Services Program of the Finger Lakes Region at 585-224-3070 to see if you qualify for a free screening or fill out our online-referral form > https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/community-health/community-programs/cancer-services-program/self-referral-form

03/04/2026

El cáncer colorrectal se puede prevenir o tratar con mayor facilidad cuanto antes se detecte. Si tienes 45 años o más, es hora de hacerte una prueba de detección... incluso si te sientes bien.

¿Sin seguro médico? Llama Programa de Servicios contra el Cáncer a 585-224- para ver si califica para una evaluación gratuita o complete nuestro formulario de referencia en línea > https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/community-health/community-programs/cancer-services-program/self-referral-form

03/02/2026

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! Add “Get screened for colorectal cancer” to the top of your to do list. Regular screening is recommended if you are age 45 or older. It’s the best way to prevent colorectal cancer or find it early when treatment works best.

Are you uninsured or need more information? Call today the Cancer Services Program of the Finger Lakes Region at 585-224-3070, or complete our online self-referral form for your free colorectal cancer screening > https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/community-health/community-programs/cancer-services-program/self-referral-form

02/18/2026

We will be with the URMC Mobile Mammography Van in Naples on March 6th for Women's Weekend!

Uninsured? Screenings are FREE for uninsured women ages 40 and older who are due for their mammogram. Call us at 585-224-3070 to sign up for free screening services, or fill out our online self referral form here - https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/community-health/community-programs/cancer-services-program/self-referral-form

02/12/2026

We're looking forward to next month's event for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Day at the Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County! Join us, in partnership with Wilmot Cancer Institute, in raising awareness of colorectal cancer. Learn how to lower your risk and hear about local services available, like our program for uninsured individuals.

Come say hi March 12!

02/09/2026

Earlier today, outreach coordinator Isabelle Cordova participated in a tabling event at the Ovid Food Pantry (located at the Ovid Federated Church) in Seneca County. A special thank you to STEPS Project for collaborating on this outreach opportunity, being a great community partner, and generously providing the gift basket.

We greatly value our partners in Seneca County and those who stopped by to talk about CSP/cancer screenings!

01/30/2026

Lowering your risk of cervical cancer is possible. Getting the HPV vaccine can prevent most cervical cancers and some other cancers.

Getting your screenings as recommended is another great way to lower your risk of cervical cancer. Not smoking and practicing safe s*x can also lower your cervical cancer risk.

01/29/2026

Studies show some members of the LGBTQIA+ community are at increased risk for cervical cancer. This is due to many reasons including not having insurance or a trusted health care provider. If this sounds like you, contact us!

Cervical cancer may be prevented through screening, so if you have a cervix, get screened! Call our team today at 585-224-3070, or complete our online self-referral form, for your free cancer screening > https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/community-health/community-programs/cancer-services-program/self-referral-form

01/26/2026

Most cervical cancers begin with an HPV infection. HPV is a common group of viruses, and certain types of HPV have the ability to cause cancers of the cervix, head, neck, and more. Almost everyone will be exposed to HPV in their lifetimes, and the best way to protect yourself against HPV is by getting the HPV vaccine.

You can also protect yourself by getting screened for cervical cancer. A cancer screening cannot prevent HPV infection, but it can find cancer early before it has the chance to spread.

01/23/2026

Is being in good health one of your New Year’s resolutions? An important part about staying healthy is getting screened regularly for certain cancers, including cervical, breast and colorectal cancers.

No insurance? Don’t worry! Call the Cancer Services Program at 585-224-3070 to see if you’re eligible for free cancer screenings to help you feel your best in 2026. You can also complete our easy online self-referral form here > https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/community-health/community-programs/cancer-services-program/self-referral-form