Videos related to Cervical Cancer screening
Learn more about cervical cancer screening in Alberta by watching the videos below.
Why should I get screened?
Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers, but 90% of cases can be prevented with screening and early treatment. It’s recommended to get screened for cervical cancer every 3 years between the ages of 25 and 69, unless your doctor tells you something different.
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How do I get screened?
Cervical cancer is one of the most common cancers, but 90% of cases can be prevented with screening and early treatment. In Alberta, screening for cervical cancer is done with Pap test every 3 years.
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What is the HPV vaccine?
Here is a short video to learn more about the HPV vaccine: All About HPV, Canadian Cancer Society
What to expect during a pap test
Watch this short video to learn more about what to expect during a Pap test (Credit: BC Cancer Agency)
What is a colposcopy and why do I need one?
Understand why you may have been asked to get a colposcopy test. Find out what it means when your Pap test results show that you have abnormal cells.
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What to expect when having a Colposcopy
Find out what you’ll need to bring to your appointment, what happens during the test, and what to expect after.
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Colposcopy results and treatment options
It can take several weeks to get your results. Watch this video to help you understand what results are possible and what this may mean for you.
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