Free Cancer Awareness Training and Screenings in Massachusetts

Training Program - Taking Action Against Cancer in the Fire Service

The Firefighter Cancer Support Network (FCSN) developed this 3-hour course. Firefighters can take the course at their department or virtually. To sign up for the online program, use the LMS. For an in-person program, contact our coordinator.  This course provides three (3) OEMS credits, two (2) FCC credits, and one (1) FPO credit.

CT Scan

Studies show that a low-dose CT screening detects many health issues at early stages. And early treatment can be more effective. To be eligible for a free chest CT scan through the MFA, you must meet the following criteria:

  • be a Massachusetts resident;

  • have been a Massachusetts firefighter for at least 10 years;

  • be at least 40 years old;

  • have attended an MFA skin cancer screening (SCA), or a Taking Action Against Cancer in the Fire Service (422) class in the past three years;

  • provide MFA with the name, telephone number and fax of your current primary care provider (PCP);

  • answer questions truthfully and electronically sign a waiver. 

After approval, you make an appointment with our vendor and print a voucher from the LMS to give to the vendor. The scans are free.

For questions, please contact DFS.CancerScreening@mass.gov.

Skin Cancer Screening

Dr. Christine Kannler and volunteer dermatologists provide free skin cancer screenings. They use the SPOT Skin Cancer® program through the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD).

Find a Screening
Search the LMS catalog for SCA-Skin Cancer Screening-Taking Action Against Cancer in the Fire Service. Sign up through the LMS. Or, use the form below to request a screening at your firehouse.

PSA (Prostate Specific Antigens) Blood Test

Studies show that firefighters get prostate cancer earlier than the general public. To be eligible for a free PSA blood test, you must meet the following criteria:

  • be a Massachusetts resident;

  • have been a Massachusetts firefighter for at least 10 years;

  • be at least 40 years old;

  • have attended an MFA skin cancer screening, or a Taking Action Against Cancer in the Fire Service (422) class in the past three years;

  • provide MFA with the name, telephone number and fax of your current primary care provider (PCP);

  • answer questions truthfully and electronically sign a waiver. 

Information about Firefighters and Prostate Cancer

The blood test is free through Massachusetts Fire Academy

Oral Cancer Screening

Request an oral screening with the form below. A dental hygienist can come to departments to provide the screenings. This screening often accompanies the skin cancer screening. The screening is free.

Request a Cancer Program or Screening

Request any of the cancer programs with this request form.