Georgia Family Cancer History Screening Program
Your Health | Your Future | Your Family
About the Family Cancer History Screening Program
Family cancer history screening is free. It looks at your family history to see if you may have a higher risk of hereditary breast or ovarian cancer. It also shows whether genetic testing is recommended for you. If genetic testing is recommended, financial help is available for those who qualify.
Step 1
Schedule your free screening online or call your public health clinic to book by phone
Step 2
During your visit, your provider will ask questions about your family’s cancer history.
Step 3
Your provider will explain your results and recommend follow-up services.
Why Family Cancer History Screening Matters to You?
- Know your cancer risk: Understanding your family history helps you and your health care provider create a personalized cancer screening plan.
- At high risk? We'll connect you with a free genetic counseling session to explore testing options, insurance coverage, and financial support.
- At low risk? You'll receive a screening plan tailored to your needs – focusing on the right screenings, at the right time.
- Screening is recommended for women who are 25 years or older.
Screening Locations
Call your nearest clinic and make an appointment by saying:
Hello, I’d like to make an appointment to complete a family cancer history screening. Can you help me schedule that?
Act now – your health today shapes your tomorrow.
Our Sponsors
This program is funded by the Georgia Department of Public Health and administered by the Georgia Center for Oncology Research and Education. For more information, contact Georgia CORE at 404-523-8735 (ext 6) or genetics@georgiacore.org.
