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Q: I'm 23 years old and I live with my boyfriend in a new city. I don't have health insurance or anything. Can I go to a Health Clinic and get my annual Gynecologist visit for free?

Or better yet, is there anywhere I can go to get it for free? If it matters, I live in Oregon.
Yes, you can go to a free Women's Clinic that provides pap smears and other services free of charge, provided you do not have health insurance. You can try going to the city hospital and asking where the nearest free health or women's clinic is located. If you are a student, colleges and universities offer affordable services regardless of whether or not you have insurance.

It would be helpful if I knew which city you live in...but you could google, "free women's clinic + (city you are in or near)," and you'll get lots of information.

Also, try checking if there is a YMCA around you to call or visit, they'll definitely have information on free health or women's clinics.

Wherever you end up going, make sure you are examined by at least a registered nurse, and see if you can also get a yearly breast exam. Good luck!


Thanks! I googled, and found exactly what I needed! :)

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