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Sentara's Every Woman's Life (EWL) program stands as a beacon of healthcare accessibility for eligible participants in Virginia. This essential program provides free breast and cervical cancer screenings, aiming to detect cancers early and significantly improve treatment outcomes and survival rates.

Eligible participants receive comprehensive care and support through Sentara's network of healthcare facilities, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder access to life-saving services. The EWL program exemplifies Sentara's commitment to improving lives by prioritizing preventive care and empowering consumers to manage their health proactively.

To access EWL services, eligible participants can fill out the forms below or call 757-388-3881 and select option 1. Our dedicated staff is available to guide consumers through the enrollment process and schedule screenings for eligible participants.

Eligibility form (English & Spanish)  Breast & cervical cancer risk assessment

Download the brochure in English

Download the brochure in Spanish

Download the brochure in Arabic

Every Woman's Life is a comprehensive public health program offered by Sentara in collaboration with the Virginia Department of Health (VDH). It focuses on providing the following services to eligible participants in Virginia:

  • Clinical breast exam
  • Yearly mammogram
  • Pap test
  • Pelvic exam
Yes, Every Woman's Life offers critical screenings at no cost to eligible participants, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent women from accessing early detection screenings and potentially life-saving treatments.
Eligibility for Every Woman's Life includes Virginia residents who meet financial eligibility and are between the ages of 18-64. Participants aged 18-39 must demonstrate symptoms requiring screening or be identified as high-risk for breast and/or cervical cancer.
You can access Every Woman's Life services through Sentara facilities across Virginia. To learn more about enrollment and to schedule screenings, please contact us directly. Our staff is committed to helping you prioritize your health and well-being.
No, a Social Security number is not required for eligibility in Sentara's Every Woman's Life program.
You can list all family members, including children, who are supported by the income you report.
Sentara's Every Woman’s Life program does not cover cancer treatment costs. However, we can assist you in connecting with resources like Medicaid to help cover your treatment expenses.