Women’s Health Connection

Women’s Health Connection provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings for women and transgender men who meet eligibility guidelines. Covered services can include a pelvic exam, Pap test, HPV test, clinical breast exam, mammogram, and diagnostic services such as ultrasound, colposcopy, or biopsy, if needed.

Who is eligible for the Women’s Health Connection program? 

You may be eligible for the program if you meet the following criteria:

Residency: You must live in Nevada.

Gender: Services are available to biological women, transgender men (female to male), and transgender women (male to female) who have received hormone therapy.

Age: Women and transgender men who are 21-64 years of age may qualify.

Income: You must be at or below 250% of the federal poverty rate.

Insurance Status: You must be uninsured or underinsured to qualify.

For more information or to see if you qualify, visit Lutheran Social Services of Nevada at 4323 Boulder Highway, 89121 or contact LSSN’s Community Heath Worker Alleese Tullos at alleese@lssnv.org.

Resources for Breast and Cervical Cancer

In addition to regular check-ups with your doctor, it is important to know your body and educate yourself on the signs and symptoms of breast and cervical cancer. Below are a few resources and infographics for you to review. If you have any concerns or questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Community Health Worker, Alleese, at alleese@lssnv.org to schedule an appointment with a doctor.

2019 Nevada Breast Cancer Fact Sheet

Breast Self-Awareness Check (English)

Breast Self-Awareness Check (Spanish)

Cervical Cancer Fact Sheet (English)

Cervical Cancer Fact Sheet (Spanish)

Pap Test Record Sheet (English)

Pap Test Record Sheet (Spanish)