1. Pap Test Immigrant version April 2010

2. Cancer A growth that makes people sick Cervical Cancer is a type of cancer that only women get www.TellEveryWoman.ca

3. Female body www.TellEveryWoman.ca

4. Female body www.TellEveryWoman.ca

5. What causes cervical cancer? HPV You may not know you have this virus

6. HPV HPV spreads through sexual contact Some types cause –genital warts, or –cervical changes which can lead to cancer HPV can cause problems for some women

7. Facts about cancer of the cervix It grows slowly It can be fixed if found and treated early Most can be stopped by regular Pap tests www.TellEveryWoman.ca

8. The Pap Test Is done at a health clinic You will be asked to undress from the waist down and be given a gown to put on www.TellEveryWoman.ca

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10. Cervix www.TellEveryWoman.ca

11. Slide www.TellEveryWoman.ca

12. What are they looking for? www.TellEveryWoman.ca

13. Who needs to have a Pap test? If you have ever had sex, even once, you need a Pap test If you have ever had intimate sexual touching even once, you need a Pap test If you are not sure, discuss with your doctor or nurse www.TellEveryWoman.ca

14. How can I help the test? www.TellEveryWoman.ca sex

15. How often do I need a Pap test? Begin screening 3 years after starting sexual activity Continue screening every 2 years www.TellEveryWoman.ca

16. Pap Test 2008 OK Pap Test 2010 OK Pap Test 2012 OK How often do I need a Pap test?

17. Where do I go for a Pap test? Your doctor or nurse Call or visit our website TellEveryWoman.ca The pap test is FREE www.TellEveryWoman.ca

19. If you are scared or shy… Ask for a woman to be there Ask for a female to do the test when you make the appointment www.TellEveryWoman.ca

20. How can I reduce my risk? www.TellEveryWoman.ca

21. What is the best thing you can do? Have regular Pap tests! www.TellEveryWoman.ca

22. Does the Pap test check for infections? No www.TellEveryWoman.ca

23. I had a hysterectomy… do I still need a Pap test? Maybe? Ask your doctor or nurse www.TellEveryWoman.ca

24. What is menopause? Menopause is when you no longer have a period. www.TellEveryWoman.ca

25. I am past menopause… do I still need a Pap test? Yes www.TellEveryWoman.ca

26. When can I stop having Pap tests? At 70 years of age you may be able to stop Talk to your doctor or nurse www.TellEveryWoman.ca

27. Where can I get my results? Your doctor or nurse or… Call www.TellEveryWoman.ca

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30. When was your last Pap test? www.TellEveryWoman.ca Is it time to have a Pap test?

31. Remember… www.TellEveryWoman.ca Most cervical cancers can be stopped!!

32. We are here to answer your questions! www.TellEveryWoman.ca For more information: you can call the MCCSP at 788.8626 or 1.866.616.8805 or visit our website www.TellEveryWoman.ca