Don't Have a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner?
For individuals without healthcare providers who need cancer screening, the following options are available:
Breast Screening with Mammogram
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Ontario Breast Screening Program
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Self- referral
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Age 40-74
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Call 1-800-668-9304
Colon screening with FIT Kit (poop sample)
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ColonCancerCheck
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Age 50-74
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Call 811 to request a FIT Kit
Cervical Screening with HPV Test (formerly Pap Test)
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Ontario Cervical Screening Program
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Age 25-69
* Please refer to the Ontario Health website for the most up-to-date information
Need a Family Doctor?
Health Care Connect is a program launched by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care to help Ontarians without a family health care provider find one.
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To register please call 1-800-445-1822 or register on line by clicking here.
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Health Advice Day or Night
Formerly known as Telehealth Ontario, Health811 offers a tool for individuals to call 811 and speak to a qualified health care professional.
Services include:
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Speak to or chat online with a registered nurse
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Finding a primary care provider
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Get an initial assessment and health advice
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Use a symptom assessment tool to understand their health concerns and how to access care
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Get connected to mental health and addictions services
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Find local health services, such as home and community care or caregiver support
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Get connected to a specialized health professional if they have concerns about food and healthy eating, breastfeeding or how to quit smoking
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Get general guidance through their health care journey
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For more information on Health811 click here.