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This
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
join the campaign to make cervical cancer a thing of the past. Together
#WeCan
End Cervical Cancer 💪
Get involved and find out more 👉 💗
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Join
@MrsAnneTwist
by taking part in
#SmearForSmear
! 💄💋
Smear your lipstick (or use our new Insta filter: ), take a photo and share with a message about the importance of smear tests & let people know they can find support at . 💜
Smear tests are your best protection against cervical cancer but they aren't always easy especially right now. I'm supporting
@JoTrust
#SmearForSmear
because I want you to know where you can get support, the latest information and tips about smear tests. Join in!
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@MrsAnneTwist
Thanks so much for supporting our
#SmearForSmear
campaign! If anyone is struggling to get an appointment at the moment this blog may help: We have lots of information and support available:
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We're aware a hashtag is trending that raises the issue of gender identity and cervical health. At Jo's we want to ensure everyone with a cervix has access to the information and support they need to attend
#CervicalScreening
, regardless of their gender identity. (1/2)
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Smear tests aren’t easy for everyone, but they can prevent cervical cancer. This Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, share your
#SmearForSmear
with a tip or word of support so that more people feel in control and confident to book their appointment 💋
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#SmearForSmear
2018 is here! Share your
#SmearForSmear
to spread the message that smear tests save lives. It could be the reminder or encouragement someone needs to book their appointment
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🆕 Today we're launching new information about
#CervicalScreening
for trans men and/or non-binary people with a cervix:
We want everyone who is at risk of developing cervical cancer to be able to get the information and support they need. 🧵⬇️
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🔊 It's
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
and the start of
#SmearForSmear
!
Smear tests aren't always easy but they are the best protection against cervical cancer. Help us ensure people have reliable information & support about the test and any changes due to the pandemic. (1/5) ⬇️
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@kerry_swallow
@jameelajamil
Thanks for tagging us. Comments like this are really unhelpful at tackling the stigma around HPV and can be really upsetting for people affected by cervical cancer: We're here for anyone who has questions or needs support: 💜
❗ If you’ve been affected by cell changes (abnormal cells) or
#CervicalCancer
seeing comments like this can be really upsetting. High-risk types of
#HPV
cause 99.7% of cervical cancers, but the virus is actually really common. (1/3)
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If you need support we're here for you: (2/2)
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@pigletish
Well done 🤗 if you want to talk to someone about your appointment before you go, we have a free and confidential Helpline
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🔊 We've teamed up with
@TwitterUK
to encourage supportive conversations about vaginas, cervixes and
#CervicalScreening
(smear tests)! This
#SexualHealthAwarenessWeek
join us as we launch the
#EndSmearFear
campaign...(1)
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👏 Thank you
@jessphillips
for oversharing and starting this conversation!
#CervicalScreenings
aren't easy for everyone. If you're feeling nervous or have had a bad experience in the past, we're here for you!❤️
Check out our information and support 👉
Over share alert: I'm off to have a smear test this morning, it took a long time to get an appointment I could attend, but I persisted because as
@JosTrust
know getting screened is very important. Women's health screening is so important, we have a chance to end cervical cancer
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Thank you
@CarrieHFletcher
for sharing your experience and raising awareness! If anyone has any concerns or questions our free helpline (0808 802 8000) is open today between 1pm and 6pm 💜
Make sure you book yourself for a smear test when you’re able to! If I’d not gone a year ago and left it, things could be far worse! So as uncomfortable as the treatment was, it was super quick and way better that those pesky cells are gone! Get it done! 💙
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💜 10 years ago Jade Goody sadly died from cervical cancer. We're so grateful to Jade for publicly sharing her story and raising awareness of
#CervicalScreening
✨ Today we’re sharing stories from women who booked their test after hearing Jade’s story:
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It's amazing to see
@MayaJama
talking about her experience of smear tests and cell changes
Smear tests aren't always easy but they are so important. We're here for anyone who has questions or worries about them - our free Helpline is 0808 802 8000 💕
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Thank you Jo for bravely sharing your story, and encouraging other women to attend their cervical screening appointments!
We're here with information and support for anyone that needs help with
#SmearTests
or
#CervicalCancer
💖
Sky Sports’ Jo Wilson, 37, has Stage 3 cervical cancer: ‘Get your smear, I missed mine’
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During
#SmearForSmear
we know it can be difficult to see posts encouraging you to to go your
#SmearTest
, if you find the test, or thought of it distressing due to an experience of sexual violence. We have information for survivors you may find helpful:
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"If you're embarrassed or woried a really good source of support is Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust”-
@DrNaomiSutton
Today
@StephLunch
had her
#SmearTest
live on
@PackedLunchC4
. If you have any questions about the test or what to expect, give our free Helpline a call on 0808 802 8000
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💜 If you're watching
@itvcorrie
tonight, remember we’re here for you. Sinead's
#CervicalCancer
storyline has been an emotional and difficult watch at times for many in our community. This thread includes info on where you can find support. 👇 (1/5)
#CoronationStreet
#Corrie
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❗️We are very pleased that the HPV vaccine will be given to everyone, not just girls. This will mean better protection against cervical cancer, as well as many other cancers caused by the virus and fewer lives lost 🙌
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We know that for trans or non-binary people going to the GP for a
#SmearTest
can be difficult for many reasons.
@good_byenary
has shared his positive experience of the test with the hope it will encourage other trans people to attend:
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We're very excited by this study, showing that the HPV vaccination in Scotland has led to a huge decrease in rates of cell changes that can develop into cervical cancer. Read all about it 👉
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🔊
#CervicalScreening
looks for
#HPV
, but 1 in 2 know nothing about it.
This
#CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek
, help us get the facts out so that everyone understands their results and knows that cervical screening can prevent cervical cancer👉 (1/3)
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Worryingly, 2/3 young women who delay or don't attend their
#SmearTest
say they do not feel in control. This
#SmearForSmear
we're sharing tips to make the test easier, here
@MandipGill
shares some advice 💙
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We're delighted that HPV self-sampling is going to be piloted. Last year we called for urgent funding for pilots on self-sampling which would enable women who find it difficult to access
#CervicalScreening
do the test at home:
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Thank you so much to
@jessphillips
for sharing your story to help normalise HPV.
When sharing her experience, "Ms Phillips said anyone struggling with a HPV diagnosis should not "feel ashamed"."
Read her full story 👉
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It’s
#transawarenessweek
and we want everyone who is at risk of developing cervical cancer to be able to access the information they need.
If you're a trans man and/or non-binary person with a cervix we have information about
#CervicalScreening
for you 👉
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"I've had women message me to say that they went for their smear test and had pre-cancerous cells found"
@KatiexMcGlynn
on
@loosewomen
discussing the impact of the
#CoronationStreet
cervical cancer storyline
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We're here to support every woman affected by cervical cancer or abnormalities. If you need info or support visit
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Today marks 20 years since Jo Maxwell sadly died from cervical cancer. Her amazing family and friends set up Jo’s in her memory and our thoughts are with them and all of her loved ones today ❤
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🔊 HPV can be confusing, but it's really common and nothing to be ashamed of.
Let's smear the myths and stigma! ✋
This
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
, join
#SmearForSmear
to help us share the facts 👉
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Will you be sharing a
#SmearForSmear
? This week we're talking about how
#SmearTests
can be made easier. Share tips or a word of encouragement to support women in going to their test
@RachelRileyRR
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Thank you to
@MattHancock
for showing support for
#CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek
. We're pleased to be working with
@NHSEngland
to ensure everyone with questions about
#CervicalScreening
knows where to get trusted information and support
Cervical Screening Awareness Week is an important reminder to us all to seek help from GPs for any concerns.
Our NHS is open.
#HelpUsHelpYou
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Great to have
@KatiexMcGlynn
on
@reallorraine
talking about the smear tests as part of
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
👏
If you have questions about the test we have lots of information and support available:
#SmearForSmear
#Lorraine
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🔊 We're excited that
#HPV
self-sampling is being trialled in England for the first time.
This is something we've long been calling for & will help identify the best way to offer self-testing as part of the
#CervicalScreening
programme.
@CancerNel
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This week join
@RachelRileyRR
,
@MandipGill
, Nikki Amuka-Bird & Tamsin Greig and post a
#SmearForSmear
selfie 💄 💋 It might be the reminder or encouragement someone needs to book their
#SmearTest
:
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Great to see lots of media coverage on
#CervicalScreening
today.
@msm4rsh
spoke to
@loosewomen
about her experience of cervical abnormalities and why screening is so important. Call our helpline on 0808 802 8000 if you're worried about your test
#CervicalScreeningSavesLives
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Almost half a million young women aged 25-29 did not attend cervical screening last year, this needs to change
#CCPW
@BBCBreakfast
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Thanks to everyone who has shared their
#SmearForSmear
so far! We're trending - this means we're reaching lots of women with the message that
#smeartests
save lives. Let's keep it going!
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📢 We're so excited to announce our new ambassador
@ciarale01
Campaigns Support Officer at
@mencap_charity
!
It's vital that women with a
#LearningDisability
have equal access to
#SmearTests
and Ciara has been doing an amazing job raising awareness of the barriers👏
#EachForEqual
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📢 Today is International
#HPV
Awareness day. We're going to be addressing the common myths about HPV, the virus which causes 99.7% of cervical cancers.
ℹ️ Read our blog about the misconceptions some people have 👉
@PHE_uk
#HPVAwareness
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#BlueMonday
? It's cancelled 🙅♀️
This Monday you can make a difference instead.
Join us today on the first day of
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
to remind, encourage or support somebody to attend their
#CervicalScreening
👩⚕️
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The wonderful
@DrNighatArif
wants you to join
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
!
📢It's important to shout about
#CervicalScreening
, but also about what happens next: your results.
#CervicalCancer
prevention does not stop at smear tests. Here's why👇
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2 women lose their lives every day from cervical cancer. Encourage a friend to attend her smear test to prevent cancer
#BeBoldForChange
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#SmearForSmear
is here! Attend your smear & reduce your risk of cervical cancer. Please get involved now & RT.
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It's incredibly sad to hear of the passing of Dame Deborah James,
@BowelBabe
.
She was an inspiration to many people, especially in the cancer community. We're sending all our love to her family, friends, and everyone affected by cancer ❤️
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Coronavirus might have made
#CervicalScreening
more difficult, but we're here for you.
In
#CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek
, help ensure everyone who has questions or concerns know where to get answers, information and support! Visit
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On
#WorldCancerDay
we're sharing who we are and what we will do to achieve our vision of a future where cervical cancer is a thing of the past and provide support to those affected in the meantime.
Who are you and what will you do?
#IAmAndIWill
#CervicalCancer
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Today marks the 14 year anniversary of Jade Goody's passing. We're sending love and support to her loved ones and anyone who has lost someone to
#CervicalCancer
♥️
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Today marked 9 years since Jade Goody sadly passed away from
#cervicalcancer
. She shone a light on what living with cancer is like and showed cancer can happen to anyone. If you have questions or concerns, we’re here 💕
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"The HPV vaccine really does work, it will save lives and that's just so exciting"
Our Head of Policy and Communications,
@KateSangerPR
, discussing the wonderful news about the HPV vaccine on
@BBCBreakfast
this morning - rewind to catch us from 08:12
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The
#HPV
vaccine plays a very important role in preventing
#CervicalCancer
. We are very excited that it will bring us closer to our vision of eradicating the disease 🙌
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It’s time to end the stigma around
#HPV
✊
80% of us will have it at some point in our lives but we found that 1 in 3 women consider it a taboo topic. Today on
#HPVAwarenessDay
we’re going to be answering common questions about HPV so head over to our Insta story
#AskAboutHPV
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Today marks the 12 year anniversary of Jade Goody's passing. We're sending love and support to her loved ones and anyone who has lost someone to
#CervicalCancer
♥️
If you need to talk, our free Helpline is open from 18.30 - 21.00 this evening ☎️ Call us on 0808 802 8000.
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88% of women with a physical disability find it harder to have
#CervicalScreening
.
That's why
@samrenke
is supporting our call for faster action on self-sampling, which would make the test easier for those who face additional barriers to attending.
#SmearForSmear
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This week is
#CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek
so
#LetsTalkScreening
💬
We know not everyone finds the appointment easy but if you are feeling nervous or you've had a bad experience in the past, we're here to help. Get support and information 👉
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Great that
@StaceySolomon
has raised the point that women who have had the
#HPVVaccine
still need to attend
#CervicalScreening
when invited. If you have questions or concerns about smear tests or the HPV vaccine call our free helpline on 0808 802 8000:
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Are you watching
@BBCTwo
Making Sense of Cancer with Hannah Fry?
If you have any questions about cancer treatment and long term effects, you can find support on our forum 👉
@FryRsquared
💖
#CancerSupport
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Today
#GoogleDoodle
is honouring George Papanikolaou, the inventor of the
#SmearTest
This test has helped to save thousands of lives ✊
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Today
@PHE_uk
launched a national
#CervicalScreening
campaign 🙌 We know that the test isn’t easy for everyone, so remember we have a free helpline you can call on 0808 802 8000 for information & support 👉 💜
#CervicalScreeningSavesLives
Today we've launched a new campaign urging women to attend their cervical screening, with data showing that the number of women attending screening has fallen to a 20-year low. Read more:
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Did you see us in the
@guardian
this morning?
Women not screened in England is at at 10-year high
1 in 3 don't attend their
#CervicalScreening
and we want to change that so one day
#WeCan
end
#CervicalCancer
💪
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Great to see
@SamanthaFaiers
&
@TheLuluLife
share their experiences of
#CervicalScreening
on
#MummyDiaries
👏 If you are worried about the test or have questions about abnormal cells, call our free helpline on 0808 802 8000 💜
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Join us for
#SmearForSmear
from the 21-27 January 2019 to:
💋 Remind women to book their
#SmearTest
💋 Acknowledge that the test isn't easy for everyone
💋 Help women find the information and support they need to attend
↪️ Visit
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Everyone can play their part in ending
#CervicalCancer
This week is
#CervicalCancePreventionWeek
and by getting vaccinated, going for
#CervicalScreening
and government action,
#WeCan
help future generations grow up in a world without cervical cancer💪
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A new initiative from
@PHE_uk
and
@Treatwelluk
sees beauticians starting conversations about
#CervicalScreening
. Could your salon or workplace get involved to raise awareness too?
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Today is the start of
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
Will you get involved? Almost 1 in 3 don't attend
#CervicalScreening
, we want to change that!
But cervical cancer prevention doesn't stop at cervical screening. Find out more 🧵
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Today we celebrate the mother that inspired our charity. Jo's was created in memory of Jo Maxwell, who sadly passed away from
#CervicalCancer
at the age of 40.
It was Jo's wish that women affected by cervical cancer could talk with others facing similar challenges ❤️
#MothersDay
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Anyone with a cervix between the ages of 25 and 64 is eligible for a
#SmearTest
, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity 🌈
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Over two thirds of 25-35 year olds wouldn't tell their nurse their
#SmearTest
worries, so we spoke to someone who has done thousands of smear tests, NHS doctor
@GynaeGeek
(Dr Anita Mitra) who has some reassuring information and tips 👩⚕️
#SmearForSmear
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“I’ve had pre-cancerous cells removed and I would encourage everyone to get tested regularly.” Thanks
@msm4rsh
for sharing your experience and raising awareness of the importance of
#SmearTests
💜
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Today is our fantastic Chief Executive,
@robmusic_
's last day at Jo’s.
Rob has been at Jo’s for over 12 years and we’re really sad to see him go. We also want to celebrate all the progress and achievements we’ve made thanks to him. (1/4) ⬇️
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"Katie's done a fantastic job portraying this story and raising awareness of cervical cancer, it's a story which can literally save lives"
Thank you
@KatiexMcGlynn
! 💕
@loosewomen
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📢 Brilliant news today - cases of
#CervicalCancer
fell by 87% thanks to the HPV vaccine. We are truly on the path to making cervical cancer a thing of the past.
Read more 👇
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Today we were at the
@HouseofCommons
speaking about cervical cancer elimination.
A big thank you to
@jessphillips
&
@VictoriaAtkins
for highlighting the importance of cervical cancer prevention and to Cassandra for sharing her story.
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
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Fantastic that there will be a nationally funded
#CervicalCancer
awareness campaign in 2019! 🙌
@PHE_Screening
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We're thrilled
@NHSEngland
is pledging to eliminate
#CervicalCancer
by 2040. We hope to follow other countries' footsteps by improving access & the uptake of both
#CervicalScreening
and
#HPV
vaccines so that together, we can make cervical cancer a thing of the past 👏
The NHS will today pledge to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040 for the first time ever, by focusing on easy access to HPV vaccinations and boosting cervical screening.
Read more about how the NHS is set to save thousands more lives each year.
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On
#InternationalWomensDay
let the women in your life know that you are there for them 💖 Whether you know someone affected by
#CervicalCancer
or have a loved one who finds
#CervicalScreening
difficult, make sure they know you are there to offer support if they need it
#IWD2019
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📺 Are you watching tonight's
@itvcorrie
episode?
If Sinead's storyline has left you feeling worried or if you have any questions we're here for you ♥️ Head over to our website for information and support 👉
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Many women are unaware the role
#smeartests
have in preventing cervical cancer, help us raise awareness this
#SmearForSmear
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💬 "Was I not careful? Could I have prevented this?...I think we need to be a lot more open about
#HPV
"
Actress and Disability Campaigner
@samrenke
shares her experience in support of
#CervicalCancerPreventionWeek
.
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Today is the International Day of Women and Girls in Science 🔬
We're thankful for every single woman who works in the cervical screening programme and those who treat cervical cancer and abnormalities - they do life-saving work every day.
We're amazed by you!
#WomenInScience
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💕 We’re thinking of those who have lost a loved one to cervical cancer. We are sending you a huge hug with a promise that we won’t rest until we see this disease eradicated 💕
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Thanks for supporting
@allontheboard
👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
This week is
#CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek
(15th - 21st June 2020).
@allontheboard
#CervicalScreening
#CervicalCancer
@JoTrust
#allontheboard
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New research into alternative methods of
#CervicalScreening
shows a new test involving a urine sample could be effective at detecting cervical cell changes. We hope advances like this will be a game changer for those who find the test difficult. Read more👇
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Do one thing today. Tell a woman you love how important it is to go for her
#SmearTest
when she’s invited. 5 minutes that could save her life ❤️
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@hannahfearn
Great that you're talking about this Hannah! Did you know attendance is almost as low as 1 in 2 in parts of the UK and among some ages?
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Grab your lipstick and share a
#SmearForSmear
to spread the message that smear tests save lives! Smear tests prevent against 75% of cervical cancers yet 1 in 4 women don't attend
#CCPW
#ReduceYourRisk
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❓ This information is specifically for trans men and/or non-binary people with a cervix. We do not use the word woman in this piece of work simply because it does not apply when talking to this community. ⬇️
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@CarrieHFletcher
Thank you so much for sharing your experience 👏If you ever have any questions about this do get in touch 😊
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With
#CervicalScreening
attendance falling we're supporting
@DHSCgovuk
@NHS
's new campaign
Cervical screening is really important but it's not always easy. There's no such thing as a silly question.
Find out more about this potentially life-saving test👇
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Watching
#JadeGoody
? Don't forget that
#CervicalScreening
can be difficult and no one is silly or stupid for having questions, concerns or fears, or struggling to book a test. Find out more in our latest blog 👉
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"31,000 women in London are being offered "do-it-at-home" tests to check for early warnings of
#CervicalCancer
"
Kate, our Head of Policy and Communications and our Volunteer Grace spoke to
@BBCNews
about the
@NHSEngland
self-sampling trial taking place in 5 London Boroughs.
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We know embarrassment isn’t the only reason why some people delay or don’t attend
#CervicalScreening
If you want to book your test but find it difficult, we are here to support you:
#CervicalScreeningSavesLives
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"There are young people out there suffering from and dealing with cancer every single day, and it matters that we tell stories like theirs, & like mine." Our media volunteer Emily shares her experience & talks about why the
#Corrie
storyline is important 👇
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📻 We’re excited to tune into
@BBCWomansHour
at 10am to hear
@jessphillips
discussing how a HPV diagnosis made her feel
Our research showed that high numbers feel anxious and ashamed when they learn they have it
#CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek
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If you have experienced sexual violence, we know that
#CervicalScreening
(a smear test) can be particularly distressing. We have information on our website for survivors written in partnership with
@RapeCrisisEandW
:
#SmearForSmear
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It’s our birthday weekend!
Jo’s is turning 21! We might be unable to have a big party as we would’ve loved to, but we’re going to celebrate the end of our anniversary year and the last days of
#CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek
as much as we can 😀
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