Millions of women to be invited to order at-home cervical screening kits
However, around 13 high-risk types of the virus are known to cause 99.7% of cervical cancers.
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However, around 13 high-risk types of the virus are known to cause 99.7% of cervical cancers. The phased rollout forms part of the NHS’s target of eliminating cervical cancer by 2040. Dr Sue Mann, national clinical director for women’s health at NHS England, said: “Screening saves thousands of lives each year by preventing cancers and catching them earlier, but only around two thirds of women are attending cervical screening appointments when invited by the NHS. “Offering millions of women an alternative test they can do from the comfort of their own homes will be a gamechanger – making it easier than ever for them to get tested for HPV.” Women aged between 24 and 64 are invited for cervical screening every five years, or more often if HPV is detected.
Furthermore, Dr Mann said: “There are lots of reasons that may stop women from getting their cervical screening – embarrassment, lack of time, or worries about discomfort – and these kits provide a discreet and convenient option we hope will encourage more women to take up the life-saving test. “So, if you’re invited to take part, please order a test – it’s a simple swab you can do at home in minutes.” Gem Sofianos-Boorman was diagnosed with cervical cancer at 28 after taking up her cervical screening invite. Ms Sofianos-Boorman, now 39, said: “Looking back, I truly believe that going to my screening appointment saved my life. “My cancer was found early, which allowed me to have treatment before it spread. “That’s why it’s great news that the NHS is making it more accessible for some people to take part in screening. Latest figures from NHS England show 68.8% of eligible women are up to date with cervical screening, below the 80% target.
In addition, Yvette Cooper said ministers want to make it ‘easy and convenient’ to keep up with screening (Justin Tallis/PA) PA Wire “These free self-testing kits will be offered to four million women who are currently behind on their screening to make it easier for as many women as possible to keep themselves healthy and safe. “This is the future NHS we are building – there for all of us when we need it, and acting as early as possible to stop preventable deaths.” Athena Lamnisos, chief executive at The Eve Appeal, said: “Cervical screening is designed to prevent cervical cancer rather than respond to symptoms, attending a clinic requires people to actively prioritise an appointment among the many competing demands of everyday life. “Self-testing which can be done at home will be a step-change for many. “We have the incredible opportunity to see the back of cervical cancer. Cervical cancer often doesn’t cause symptoms in its early stages, so screening plays a really important role in finding something before it might become serious.” Health Secretary Yvette Cooper said: “Cervical cancer is preventable – but that’s why we want to make it as easy and convenient as possible for women to keep up with their screening. Described as a "gamechanger", the scheme offers a "discreet and convenient option" intended to persuade more women to undertake screening.
Moreover, Included in each kit is a swab, which is utilised to collect a vaginal sample.
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However, around 13 high-risk types of the virus are known to cause 99.7% of cervical cancers.
reliability low1/2 sourcesThe phased rollout forms part of the NHS’s target of eliminating cervical cancer by 2040.
reliability low1/2 sourcesDr Sue Mann, national clinical director for women’s health at NHS England, said: “Screening saves thousands of lives each year by preventing cancers and catching them earlier, but only around two thirds of women are attending cervical screening appointments when invited by the NHS. “Offering millions of women an alternative test they can do from the comfort of their own homes will be a gamechanger – making it easier than ever for them to get tested for HPV.” Women aged between 24 and 64 are invited for cervical screening every five years, or more often if HPV is detected.
reliability low1/2 sourcesDr Mann said: “There are lots of reasons that may stop women from getting their cervical screening – embarrassment, lack of time, or worries about discomfort – and these kits provide a discreet and convenient option we hope will encourage more women to take up the life-saving test. “So, if you’re invited to take part, please order a test – it’s a simple swab you can do at home in minutes.” Gem Sofianos-Boorman was diagnosed with cervical cancer at 28 after taking up her cervical screening invite.
reliability low1/2 sourcesMs Sofianos-Boorman, now 39, said: “Looking back, I truly believe that going to my screening appointment saved my life. “My cancer was found early, which allowed me to have treatment before it spread. “That’s why it’s great news that the NHS is making it more accessible for some people to take part in screening.
reliability low1/2 sourcesLatest figures from NHS England show 68.8% of eligible women are up to date with cervical screening, below the 80% target.
reliability low1/2 sourcesYvette Cooper said ministers want to make it ‘easy and convenient’ to keep up with screening (Justin Tallis/PA) PA Wire “These free self-testing kits will be offered to four million women who are currently behind on their screening to make it easier for as many women as possible to keep themselves healthy and safe. “This is the future NHS we are building – there for all of us when we need it, and acting as early as possible to stop preventable deaths.” Athena Lamnisos, chief executive at The Eve Appeal, said: “Cervical screening is designed to prevent cervical cancer rather than respond to symptoms, attending a clinic requires people to actively prioritise an appointment among the many competing demands of everyday life. “Self-testing which can be done at home will be a step-change for many. “We have the incredible opportunity to see the back of cervical cancer.
reliability low1/2 sourcesCervical cancer often doesn’t cause symptoms in its early stages, so screening plays a really important role in finding something before it might become serious.” Health Secretary Yvette Cooper said: “Cervical cancer is preventable – but that’s why we want to make it as easy and convenient as possible for women to keep up with their screening.
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Described as a "gamechanger", the scheme offers a "discreet and convenient option" intended to persuade more women to undertake screening.
according to The IndependentIncluded in each kit is a swab, which is utilised to collect a vaginal sample.
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