Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program - Central Illinois

01/05/2022

We were very happy to participate in a podcast with the Cass County Health Department to spread the word about our program!

January is Cervical Cancer awareness month! Many women cannot afford insurance or the cost that comes with receiving a Pap Test or Mammogram. Join us by listening to this month's Healthcast where Kim sits down with Jessie, a Community Navigator with the Sangamon County Department of Public Health to...

01/05/2022

We often hear the words, "I wish I would have known" from those in our community. We know that education is key in preventing cervical cancer. This infographic gives a brief overview of what you need to know when it comes to cervical cancer.

We want you to get screened, stay informed, and share this information with your networks. You never know who may need it! Additional information can be found at Cervivor.org.

01/03/2022

10/30/2021

IBCCP is at the State Capitol today for Susan G Komen’s More Than Pink Walk!

10/23/2021

IBCCP will be at the Community Care Fair today from 11A-2P at the Boys and Girls Club! Stop by and see us!

We can't wait for Saturday and the Community Care Fair. Please join us at 300 S. 15th St. from 11 am -2 pm.
FREE coats, haircuts, vision, hearing and dental exams, produce and MORE. A true collaboration of services!

10/16/2021

IBCCP is at the Hispanic Heritage Family Festival and Health Fair at White Oaks Mall (Macy’s wing) today from 12-4 PM. Come visit us!

10/15/2021

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
Wear pink to promote awareness. Schedule a mammogram for yourself, and remind your friends/family to get their screenings done too! Early detection is your best protection!

08/13/2021

Come visit IBCCP at the State Fair in the Illinois Building!

06/18/2021

IBCCP is with the rest of the Sangamon County Health Department at the Sangamon County Fair today!

03/26/2021

RESEARCH PARTICIPANTS NEEDED

We are developing a Public Health Marketing Campaign to increase awareness of, and access to, the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program & the Illinois WISEWOMAN Program. Our goal is to develop a culturally inclusive campaign for diverse populations…But we need your input!

YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE IF YOU:

• Live in Illinois
• Are at least 18 years old
• Identify as Asian, African American/black, white, or Hispanic
• Identify as Cis-gender female, Le***an, Bis*xual, Gender non-conforming, or Transgender male
• Reside in a rural Illinois community area

WHAT WILL BE ASKED OF YOU:

You will be invited to participate in a 60-90 minute audio-recorded virtual focus group or 1-on-1 phone interview to share your thoughts and opinions toward the development of an inclusive media campaign to promote breast and cervical cancer and heart disease prevention programs. You are being invited because we need expert advice from community members like you. Anyone interested in participating in this study will be screened for eligibility.

You will receive a $20 electronic gift card!

For more information about the study, please contact Brenikki Floyd (brfloyd@uic.edu) or Kevin Garcia (kgarci73@uic.edu).
For information about IBCCCP and IL WISEWOMAN contact Tomilola Akinfe, IBCCP Program Director (Tomilola.Akinfe@Illinois.gov) and Pam Jefferies, IL WISEWOMAN Program Manager (Pam.Jefferies@Illinois.gov)

01/26/2021

Cervical cancer is caused by Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), which is a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). HPV is extremely common and almost every person who has ever had s*x is at risk for contracting HPV. It can take years after s*xual contact for abnormal cells and cancers to develop. While most strains of HPV do not cause cancer, routine screening is important.

Women ages 21 to 64 can receive free pap tests to screen for cervical cancer. Women who need treatment may qualify for free follow-up services, including women diagnosed prior to using this program.

A pap test looks for changes in cervical cells that might lead to cancer. Pap tests can find cancer in its earliest stage when it is easier to treat. There are rarely any signs or symptoms for cervical cancer.

Contact the Sangamon County Health Department to enroll in the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program!
217-535-3102
x3755 or x3756