Cervical cancer testing at new low 10 years after Jade Goody's death
Cervical cancer testing at new low 10 years after Jade Goody’s death touched nation
Robert Music, chief executive of Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust, told us: “I joined Jo’s just after Jade was diagnosed and it was the most extraordinary period.Get tested...and spread the word using #checkitout on social media Cervical screening is one of the best ways women can protect themselves from the cancer, according to the NHS.PA:Press AssociationRobert continued: “The biggest risk is in women who were a similar age to Jade — they were about 30 at the time and are nearly 40 now.“By 2040 these women will be about 60 and there is likely to be an increase in incidence and mortality.
Women are eligible for a smear test from the ages of 25 to 64, every three to five years, and the procedure can save 5,000 lives a year. The number being tested has fallen across all ages. “‘Smear’ is very off-putting. Women fear it, they are embarrassed. But the main thing is people are not aware of the facts about cervical cancer.
"Because of my age, a smear test was never mentioned. At first, they thought it was a problem with my gallbladder, then a water infection.Natalie believes her cancer would have been spotted sooner if smear tests were available from the age of 20“When I had swabs taken, there was a lot of blood and I was referred for more tests.
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