PUBLIC HEALTH INSIDER

Official insights from Public Health – Seattle & King County staff

Free breast and cervical cancer screenings break down barriers

October 15, 2026.Reading time 7 minutes.

An illustrated pink ribbon decorated with flowers appears above the words “October Breast Cancer Awareness Month,” with six women in pink standing together in support below.

Free, in‑language cancer screenings are helping King County families get care without fear, cost, or confusion.

Why early breast cancer screenings are even more important in Washington

October 25, 2024.Reading time 7 minutes.

six women standing in front of a white brick wall. They are all wearing pink t-shirts with pink ribbon pins, symbolizing breast cancer awareness. They are holding hands and raising their arms in a gesture of unity and support. They are dressed casually in jeans and sneakers.

Finding breast cancer early through regular check-ups can save lives by allowing doctors to treat the cancer more effectively and improve survival rates. The Breast, Cervical, and Colon Health Program (BCCHP) provides free and confidential screenings for those who need them.