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The common misconception...

Many women assume that they only need a cervical check (also known as a smear test) if they are sexually active with men – this isn’t true! You should consider having a cervical test if you have ever been sexually active and have a cervix!  This is regardless of who you sleep with. If a medical practitioner disagrees, you can report this anonymously to CervicalCheck.

What is a cervical check?

A cervical check is a test that can help identify cancerous or pre-cancerous cells in the cervix. 
  • The test is a very quick procedure.
  • A tester will use a speculum to hold the vaginal passage open.
  • A swab will be taken of cervical cells.
  • Results are normally available about 4 weeks after the test.

What is cervical cancer?

  • Most (but not all) cases of Cervical Cancer are associated with HPV – a very common and easily transmitted virus.
  • HPV can cause changes to the cells over the cervix.  These cell changes can lead to cancer over time.
  • Cervical checks can test for changes in the cells.  If these changes are detected in time they can be treated before they ever develop into cancer.

Where do I get tested?

CervicalCheck - The National Cervical Screening Programme provides free smear tests to women aged 25 to 60.  A smear test is a simple procedure that only takes minutes and is the most effective way to detect changes in the cells of the cervix.

Book yours today!

Please see www.cervicalcheck.ie for a registered cervical check clinic near you. 
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