Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program (BCCCP) was identified by Clay County Health Department as an action, that when combined with other actions, can have a reasonable chance of making a difference in the prevention and screening of cancer in our community. This is an ongoing program in our community. The current interventions have been effective the last few years. We were able to acquire more targets/money to be used towards screening individuals that are seen within our facility. As the year continues, we hope to continue to receive more money/targets to help reach as many individuals as we can.

The customers for the BCCCP program are those who have no insurance and very little income. By implementing the BCCCP program, Clay County residents are able to receive mammograms and pap smears along with any additional testing, if needed, free of cost. Not having to worry about cost of screenings, lifts a huge burden off an individual with low income and allows them to maintain physical exams. The BCCCP program aims to make a difference at the individual level. Implementation of this program takes place at the Clay County Health Department.

The partners for this BCCCP program include:

As of June 2023, Clay County Health Department is assuring BCCCP services through an alternative practice. Therefore, if any clients are in need of these services, they are being referred to Haywood County (Blue Ridge Health).