Cervical Cancer Prevention Week: Raising Awareness and Supporting Screening
Cervical cancer is a cancer that's found anywhere in the cervix. It's most common in women aged between 30 and 35, but it can happen at any age. Anyone with a cervix can get cervical cancer.
Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by an infection from certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV). You can reduce your risk by attending cervical screening, which aims to find and treat changes to cells before they turn into cancer.
Easy Read Information
Click on the links below to access Easy Read information about cervical cancer and cervical screening.
Link: Information about a type of cancer called cervical cancer
Link: Cervical Screening
We want to ensure all women and people with a cervix know how cervical cancer can be prevented. This means:
- Attending cervical screening when invited
- Knowing the symptoms of cervical cancer and seeking medical advice if experiencing any
- Taking up the HPV vaccination if aged 11-18
- Knowing where to find support and further information
Research from Healthwatch found that worries of physical discomfort, embarrassment and misunderstandings around the cause of cervical cancer left women hesitant to attend screenings. If you are worried about attending a screening, The Eve Appeal offers tips to help make your cervical screening appointment more comfortable.
Information for trans and non-binary people
If you are a trans man, you’re non-binary or intersex, and you have a cervix, you will still be at risk of cervical cancer. The Eve Appeal offers tailored information and advice to help you feel more comfortable attending a cervical screening.
Visit The Eve Appeal for information for trans and non-binary people
