Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is excited to announce a series of Pap test clinics available in the Central and Eastern Zones in the coming weeks.
On Friday, September 20, 2024, a clinic will take place at the Dr. Hilda Tremblett Wellness Centre in Bonavista. Appointments can be scheduled by calling (709) 468-5176.
Another clinic will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the Women’s Health Clinic at the Health Sciences Centre in St. John’s. To book an appointment, individuals can call (709) 777-3018 or (709) 777-7460.
Additionally, there will be a clinic on Friday, October 25, 2024, at the Dr. Y.K. Jeon Kittiwake Health Centre in New-Wes-Valley. Appointments can be made by calling (709) 536-1118.
Further clinic dates will be announced soon.
All appointments will be scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis and are available to everyone without the need for a referral from a primary care provider.
A Pap test is a straightforward procedure that can help prevent cervical cancer. The Canadian Cancer Society advises that individuals with a cervix who are sexually active should begin regular Pap testing by the age of 21. It is important for patients to schedule regular Pap tests and follow-up visits, as these screenings can detect changes in cervical cells before cancer develops, enabling timely treatment.
After Pap testing, roughly one in ten individuals may receive an abnormal result. Those with abnormal results will receive a follow-up call from a healthcare provider to discuss the next steps.
Anyone can book a Pap test at any time during the year by reaching out to their primary healthcare provider or by calling one of the province-wide numbers available on the health services website.