To replicate these successes, the Ohio State Department of Health contracts with the city health department to implement the Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program. This effort provides breast and cervical cancer screening for all of Franklin County plus the six contiguous counties and the county of Fayette. Highlights of the breast cancer awareness initiatives in Columbus follow. These funds come through the Ohio Department of Health. The health department has enlisted public and private hospitals to provide treatment for diagnosed low-income women.
Most hospitals have charity funds, and private physicians also donate their time.
Community clinics are integrated into the city. This initiative assists with community education and outreach. The media is supportive. Health department staff frequently use talk shows to announce breast and cervical cancer screening. Retailers help with advertisements on prescription bags, flyers in grocery bags, and in coupon mailings.