Tag: cervical screening
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Cervical Cancer: Newcastle Teacher Urges Screenings After Terminal Diagnosis
A life-changing diagnosis A Kenton teacher, a mother and a member of the local community, says she is not ready to give up after doctors revealed her cervical cancer is terminal. The news has come as a shock to many who know her as a dedicated educator who has spent years supporting pupils and families.…
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Closing the Gap: Why Cervical Screening Uptake Is Lowest Among Women Aged 50 and Over
Why the 50+ Group Lags in Cervical Screening Public health data consistently show that women aged 50 and over have the lowest uptake of cervical screening. This trend matters because cervical cancer can be effectively prevented or caught early with regular screening. Understanding the reasons behind the gap helps health services tailor outreach, reduce barriers,…
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Addressing the Gap: Cervical Screening for Women 50+ in Ireland
Why the Screening Gap for Women 50 and Over Matters Cervical screening is a cornerstone of women’s health, catching precancerous changes early and saving lives. Yet data across Ireland show a troubling trend: women aged 50 and over have the lowest uptake of cervical screening nationally. This isn’t a challenge confined to a single county;…
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Bridging the Gap: Why Women Aged 50+ Are Not Getting Cervical Screens and What We Can Do
Understanding the Challenge The latest public health conversations highlight a troubling trend: women aged 50 and over have the lowest uptake of cervical screening nationally. This isn’t just a statistic—it reflects lives, health outcomes, and the effectiveness of outreach, access, and trust in our health system. While younger cohorts may be more reachable through digital…
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NWT launches self-screening HPV kit mail-out pilot to boost cervical cancer screening
Northwest Territories launches HPV self-screening kit mail-out pilot The Northwest Territories (NWT) is piloting a new way to expand access to cervical cancer screening by sending free human papillomavirus (HPV) self-sampling kits to eligible residents in the Beaufort Delta region. The initiative, developed with input from local Indigenous organizations and the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer,…