Islanders urged to attend cervical cancer screening

Cervical cancer can be prevented through regular screening, say health experts

People in Jersey eligible for cervical screening are being encouraged to book a "life-saving" test this January.

Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in women and can be prevented through regular screening, say health experts.

Those aged 25-49 are screened every three years and those aged 50-64, every five years.

Deputy Director of Public Health, Grace Norman, said cervical screening "can save your life".

"If you are a woman or a person with a cervix and turning 25, I urge you to opt-in.

"It is important that everyone who is eligible for cervical screening attends their appointments regularly as most cases can be treated if caught early", said Ms Norman.

Islanders need to opt-in to the service through their GP or by calling Le Bas Centre on 01534 443781.

Cervical screening detects Human Papillomavirus (HPV), which is a viral infection passed between skin to skin and sexual contact and is the main cause of cervical cancer, say experts.

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