African Women's and Families Network

12/11/2024

12/11/2024

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10/10/2024

👉A Cervical Screening Test every 5 years can give you peace of mind.

Women aged 25–74 should have cervical screening every five years
You can book a Cervical Screening Test with your local doctor or nurse.
Some doctors provide this for free. You can ask about the cost when you book an appointment.
Cervical cancer can be prevented by having the Cervical Screening Test. This is because it looks for an infection called human papillomavirus (HPV), which causes cervical cancer.

WHAT TO DO:

Call 1800 627 701 to check when you are due for a Cervical Screening Test.
Book an appointment with a doctor or nurse. You can ask for a female doctor or nurse to do the test.
Call 13 14 50 to speak with an interpreter.
For more information, visit
https://www.cancer.nsw.gov.au/prevention-and-screening/screening-and-early-detection/cervical-screening