Belfast Trust lead nurse colposcopist Gwen Thompson explained what happens during a cervical screening test and why it's vital for preventing cancer. The five-minute examination uses a speculum and soft brush to sample cells from the cervix for HPV testing, with 70% of cervical cancer prevented by regular screening. | Irish News

Human papillomavirus (HPV) 🧫 is the leading cause of cervical cancer. Even if you’ve had the HPV vaccine, you still need to do your cervical screening every 5 years. To check if you're due for a Cervical Screening Test, contact your healthcare provider 👨‍⚕️ If you’re due, make sure to book your test today. If you don’t have a preferred healthcare provider, www.healthdirect.gov.au can help you find a provider to book your test with. More information is available at 💻 www.health.gov.au/ncsp | A