Providers

Providers

Mammograms and Pap tests can detect cancer when it's most treatable.

Encourage your patients to get mammograms, Pap tests, pelvic exams, and HPV tests based on established age guidelines.

Woman undergoing a mammogram screening.

Screening Guidelines

When Patients Should Be Screened

Screening recommendations below reflect Screening for Life guidelines dated July 2021.

1. Talk with the patient's health care provider about individual screening recommendations.

2. Individuals with a family history of cancer may qualify for screening at an earlier age.

Financial Assistance

Programs That Help Patients

Screening for Life offers free screenings for breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, and prostate cancer. Patients may qualify if they:

  • Are Delaware residents
  • Have health insurance that does not cover screenings
  • Are between 18 and 64 years old and are not eligible for Medicaid
  • Are 65 years of age or older and do not qualify for Medicare
  • Meet income guidelines
  • Are not eligible for health insurance

Patients can call 302-744-1040 or 2-1-1 toll-free for more information.

Delaware Cancer Treatment Program

The program is available to Delaware residents who:

  • Were Delaware residents when diagnosed with cancer
  • Were diagnosed on or after July 1, 2004
  • Do not have comprehensive insurance or face out-of-pocket costs above 15% of income
  • Do not receive benefits through the Medicaid Breast and Cervical Cancer Treatment Program
  • Meet income guidelines of up to 650% of the federal poverty level
  • Are not eligible for health insurance

Get Started

Apply for the Cancer Treatment Program

Patients can call 844-245-9580 to apply or 2-1-1 toll-free for more information.

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Patient Cancer Programs and Services

Learn about the programs available to help patients get screened, treated, and supported through survivorship.

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