On 19 September 2026, the floor of a kindergarten classroom in East Bali turned into a lecture hall. Teachers and staff of TK Yadnya Kumara sat cross-legged on a blue mat, small snack boxes and health leaflets beside them, listening to the Bali Sehat team talk about something many of them rarely make time for: their own health.

These are the people who tie small shoes, wipe small hands and notice when a child goes quiet. It is easy for anyone who spends every day looking after children to put their own check-ups off until later.

That is why Bali Sehat brought early detection education to them, as part of our free cancer screening in Bali program. The session covered the IVA test, which screens for early signs of cervical cancer, along with simple ways to notice changes in the breast.

Why Early Detection Matters in East Bali

For many women in East Bali, a health check is easy to postpone. Work, family, distance and cost come first, and a test that feels personal slips even further down the list. Cervical cancer adds to the problem because it grows slowly and usually gives no warning signs in its early stages. By the time symptoms appear, treatment is harder.

Screening changes that. Finding abnormal cells early gives women more options and a much better chance of a good outcome. But screening only works when women know it exists, understand what it involves and feel comfortable walking through the door.

What Is the IVA Test?

IVA stands for Inspeksi Visual dengan Asam Asetat, or visual inspection with acetic acid. During a short clinic visit, a trained health worker applies a mild acetic acid solution to the cervix and looks for white patches that can point to abnormal cells. The result is visible right away, with no wait for a laboratory report, which makes IVA a practical option for communities far from big hospitals.

Beyond IVA: Learning to Check Your Own Breasts

The session also covered breast health. The team walked the group through the signs worth checking: a new lump in the breast or armpit, thickening, a change in shape or size, a nipple that turns inward, or unusual discharge. A change in the breast is not always cancer, but it always deserves a professional look.

Then came a hands-on demonstration of SADARI, the breast self-exam (periksa payudara sendiri). Using an anatomical model, the team showed each step and explained the timing. For women who still menstruate, the best moment is a few days after the period ends, when the breasts are less tender. After menopause, choose a date that is easy to remember and repeat it every month.

Free Screening, Made Possible by Donors

As a charity clinic in East Bali, Bali Sehat combines professional medical care with a humanitarian mission. Since August 2026, that mission has included IVA and breast screening free of charge for women in the community. Sessions like this one at TK Yadnya Kumara are where the offer becomes real: information reaches people first, and appointments follow.

Free for patients, funded by donors. Every IVA test and breast check offered through this program costs the patient nothing. Donations cover it.

The teachers and staff left with leaflets and a clearer picture of what screening involves. They also left as messengers. Teachers speak with mothers every day, and one teacher who understands screening can quietly pass that knowledge to many families.

This work sits alongside everything else Bali Sehat does across East Bali. Since 2021, the clinic has provided free check-ups to more than 43,570 people, and 29 Healthy Day outreach events have reached over 15,396 residents. Each of those numbers began with someone who decided to show up.

How to Book a Free Screening

1. Send a WhatsApp message to +62 812 3666 9566.
2. Tell us you would like an IVA test or a breast check.
3. Our team will confirm the schedule and answer your questions.

Help Us Keep Screening Free

Screening is free for the women who walk in, but it is not free for us to provide. Supporters overseas, including friends in Australia, help keep care available in Amed and the villages around it. If a story like this one matters to you, you can donate to Bali Sehat’s free healthcare programs with a one-time gift or a monthly donation. It helps keep care free for families in East Bali.