Our People to Live Stronger & Longer

New Options for Cervical Screening

There is a new campaign to help you choose how to do your Cervical Screening Test (once called a Pap smear). 

If you’d rather not have the test done by a doctor, you can opt for a self-swab at the clinic. It’s quick, private, and something you can do yourself. If you visit your Aboriginal Health Service, it should be free of charge.

Women and people with a cervix aged 25-74 should have a Cervical Screening Test every 5 years. 

While it may be a tough conversation, sharing this information with your mob and friends could save lives.

Talk to your healthcare worker or visit the Own It website for more information.