National Cervical Screening Program
Helpline, Population Health
The National Cervical Screening Program reduces illness and death from cervical cancer. Women and people with a cervix aged 25 to 74 years of age are invited to have a Cervical Screening Test every 5 years through their healthcare provider.
Contact Details
telephone only, telephone only, QLD 4006
Eligibility
Referral required.
Appointment required.
No waiting list.
General Practitioner & Health Professional
Patients are eligible for a subsidised Cervical Screening Test if they are:
- aged between 25 and 74
- sexually active or ever have been
- a woman or person with a cervix.
It makes no difference if they:
- are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or straight
- have had the HPV vaccination or not
- are no longer sexually active
- have been through menopause
- have been with only one sexual partner
- have experienced traditional cutting or circumcision
- have had a baby
- are pregnant
Charges and Fees
Government
Call to discuss prior to making appointment
Your practitioner may charge a visit fee.
Accessibility and Special Requirements
- Accessible parking
- Accessible toilets
Female and male staff available
Cervical screening resources are available in a range of languages.
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