1. The Pap Test Manitoba Cervical Cancer Screening Program

2. Cancer a growth that makes you sick having Pap tests and looking after problems can prevent most cancer of the cervix www.TellEveryWoman.ca

3. Facts about cancer of the cervix it grows slowly it can be cured if found and treated early most can be prevented by regular screening www.TellEveryWoman.ca

4. Cervical Cancer in Manitoba about 52 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer every year in Manitoba 22 die from it having Pap tests and follow-up treatment for abnormalities can prevent most cancer of the cervix.

5. The Pap Test can find changes in the cells of the cervix treating these changes may prevent them from changing to cancer

6. The Pap Test is done at the your health care providers office, clinic, health centre or nursing station you will be asked to undress from the waist down, but you will be given a gown

7. What are they looking for?

10. The Cervix

13. Who needs to have a Pap test? If you have ever had sex, even once, you need Pap tests If you are not sure, discuss with your doctor

14. Why do women who are sexually active have to have Pap tests? HPV (human papilloma virus) is a common virus spread through sexual contact this virus can cause cervical cancer you may not know you have this virus www.TellEveryWoman.ca

15. How can I reduce my risk? have regular Pap tests delay sex until late teens or older avoid cigarette smoke keep your body healthy and strong www.TellEveryWoman.ca

16. Have regular Pap tests! www.TellEveryWoman.ca What is the best thing you can do to reduce your risk?

17. How can I help the test? do not put anything into your vagina for 48 hours do not have sex for 24 hours try to make your appointment for mid-cycle www.TellEveryWoman.ca

18. How can I help the test? sex

19. How often do I need a Pap test? Every year –Pick a day that is easy to remember If you have had 3 normal results 3 years in a row, then you can go every 2 years

20. First screen 2008 OK Next screen 2014 OK Next screen 2012 OK Next screen 2010 OK Next screen 2009 OK

21. Where do I go for a Pap test? your doctor or nurse call or visit our website to find a list of clinics offering Pap tests in your community the Pap test is free

23. If you are frightened or shy… take a friend ask for a woman to be there ask for a female to do the test (when you make appointment)

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

25. I had a hysterectomy… do I still need a Pap test? maybe…ask your doctor or nurse www.TellEveryWoman.ca

26. I am past menopause… do I still need a Pap test? Yes

27. When can I stop having Pap tests? At 70 years of age you may be able to stop Talk to your health care provider

28. Where can I get my results? your doctor or nurse or, the Manitoba Cervical Cancer Screening Program

29. The Manitoba Cervical Cancer Screening Registry central confidential you can access your results and history your health care professional has access to your results you can opt out

30. The HPV Vaccine Gardasil = HPV 16, 18, 6 & 11 (Cervarix = 16 & 18) * screening is still required *

31. Resources Available in the following languages: English, French, Cree, Ojibwe, Chinese, German, Hindi, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Amharic, Somali, Swahili, Farsi, Russian, Serbo-Croation, Arabic, Korean, Ukranian, Urdu, Italian, Dinka, Cree Roman.

33. DVD’s and Video’s Available in the following languages: English, French, Chinese, Cree, Hindi, Ojibwe, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, Urdu, Vietnamese

34. When was your last Pap test? Are you due?

35. Remember… most cervical cancers can be prevented! www.TellEveryWoman.ca

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