Free breast cancer screenings available for uninsured New Mexico women October 15, 2026 - Breast and Cervical Cancer - Awareness

Low-income, uninsured women in New Mexico can get free breast cancer screenings and follow-up tests through the New Mexico Department of Health. « read more »

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month October 18, 2024 - Breast and Cervical Cancer - Awareness

Early detection of breast cancer dramatically increases the chances of survival for most patients. During National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) encourages women to talk with their doctor about their risk for breast cancer to make an informed decision... « read more »

DOH recognizes January as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month January 3, 2024 - Breast and Cervical Cancer - Awareness

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and an opportunity to raise awareness about how people can protect themselves by getting screened. Cervical cancer screenings can help detect abnormal (changed) cells early, before they turn into cancer. Most deaths from cervical cancer could be prevented b... « read more »