About this event
Cervical cancer is the 14th most common cancer among women in the UK.
Cervical cancer is highly preventable through regular cervical screening, yet the NHS has struggled to reach it's target to screen 80% of eligible women. Uptake of regular screening has been decreasing with nearly a third of eligible women in England not coming forward for screening in 2023.
We want as many people as possible to know how they can reduce the risk of disease and to educate others.
We want to ensure all women and people with a cervix know how cervical cancer can be prevented. This means:
- Attending cervical screening when invited
- Knowing the symptoms of cervical cancer and seeking medical advice if experiencing any
- Taking up the HPV vaccination if aged 11-18
- Knowing where to find support and further information
Cervical Cancer Screening: National and Local Perspectives
In 2024 Healthwatch Redbridge contributed to the Healthwatch England review of Cervical Screening by interviewing local women about their experiences. The insights from this involvement motivated us to develop an extended Women's Health Project.
The first stage of this project has focused on expanding our research into local women's experiences of cervical screening to produce a comprehensive view of the Redbridge perspective.
Our full report will be published in January 2025 as part of our drive to prevent Cervical Cancer.
Contact details
For information about this ongoing project and our recommendations, contact project lead Rafat Kiani.
