{"title":"[topic] Cervical screening","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Cervical screening: how to do the self-test\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/Bc444wZKGmE\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHow to do the self-test\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Te mahi i tōu whakamātau-whaiaro\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/U3fSzM89Jnk\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTe mahi i tōu whakamātau-whaiaro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note that the test kit is not available to order from HealthEd. 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For further information call \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800729729\" title=\"Call 0800 729 729\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/info.health.nz\/keeping-healthy\/cancer-screening\/cervical-screening\"\u003eCervical screening\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you change your address, please advise your health provider and the National Cervical Screening Programme.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34774504308894,"sku":"HE1912","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1912CervicalscreeningReminderCard_2.0.png?v=1732221425"},{"product_id":"if-you-could-save-a-life-chinese-english-version","title":"If You Could Save A Life (Chinese) – English","description":null,"brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default 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cervical cancers. You can do the test yourself, usually in a private area at your screening appointment, or you can ask for help to get it done. Some screen-takers may offer other locations, including community settings, mobile units and even taking the test home to do and return. This won’t be the case for all healthcare providers so check what options are available in your area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy having regular screening (usually every 5 years) and being immunised against HPV, you can protect yourself against cervical cancer. This way you can stay healthy for yourself and your whānau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know if I’m eligible for cervical screening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening is recommended if you are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea woman or anyone with a cervix;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged between 25 and 69;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esexually active or have ever been.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes no difference what your sexuality or gender identity is, or if you have not been sexually active for a long time. If you have a cervix, it’s best to get tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve had a total hysterectomy (removal of the uterus and cervix) check with your healthcare provider to see if you still need to have screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re pregnant, it is safe to do the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve got your period, you can still have a screening test, as long as bleeding isn’t too heavy because this could affect the test result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFunding for screening\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) is not fully funded. However, screening is free for women and people with a cervix who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare aged 30 or over and have never had a screening test or are under-screened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erequire follow-up testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehold a Community Services Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare Māori or Pacific.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere do I go for cervical screening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour choices include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour usual doctor or nurse at a GP clinic, if you have one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMāori, Pacific or women’s community health centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoutreach services, like marae or mobile units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily Planning clinics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esexual health services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome healthcare providers may offer a take-home option, talk to them if this is of interest to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may take a support person with you to your appointment. When booking, mention if you need an interpreter or if you have a disability that means you need support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often do I need cervical screening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening is recommended every 5 years for most people (or 3-yearly if you are immune deficient). In some circumstances, you may need to have a test more often. Your healthcare provider will discuss this with you if you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screening gap is safe because if you don’t have HPV, your risk of developing cell changes that may lead to cancer is very low. However, it is important to continue to have regular screening as long as you remain eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHPV and cervical cancer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost all cervical cancer is caused by HPV. The virus very common and spread intimate skin-to-skin contact or any sexual activity (not just penetrative sex).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost adults, who have been sexually active, will have HPV at some time in their lives. The body usually clears the virus, but some types can persist and go on to cause cell changes that may, over time, turn into cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving HPV does not mean you have cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical cancer usually takes 10 or more years to develop. There are many stages between getting the virus, cell changes and cancer. Regular screening can find cell changes early so they can be treated before they become cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Grades of cervical cell changes\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1162image1_27236365-e845-4f70-ab4f-e9aef145e1f6_480x480.jpg?v=1693977310\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe HPV screening test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening has never been easier. There are two ways to do the test:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1161Chart_480x480.jpg?v=1693804449\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTION 1: Vaginal swab\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will be suitable for most people. You will be advised if a different test is appropriate for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA) You can do it as a self-test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eUsually done in a private area at your screening appointment. Some screen-takers may offer community-based locations, a mobile unit, or a take-home option.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB) A trained health professional can assist you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 60px;\"\u003eA sample is collected from your vagina using a swab. The vaginal swab sample is tested only for HPV. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e If HPV is found \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDepending on the type of HPV detected, you may need to have a cervical sample taken (what used to be called a smear test) to check for any cell changes or you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca title=\"See instructions\" href=\"http:\/\/CervicalSelfTest.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervicalSelfTest.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTION 2: Cervical sample\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously called a smear test. This may be recommended for some people, and you can still choose this option if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cervical sample is taken by a trained health professional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be done in clinical or community-based locations, or in a mobile unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour screen-taker will take a sample of cells from your cervix using a speculum and small brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sample is first tested for HPV and, if HPV is found, it will also be checked for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe same sample will be checked for any cell changes. Depending on the results, you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"See guide\" href=\"http:\/\/CervicalSample.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCervicalSample.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting your result\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour HPV result will usually come back within 1 to 2 weeks. Talk to your healthcare provider about how you’d like to be contacted.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost test results are normal. Around 90% of people screened won’t have HPV found.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAbout 10% will have HPV found. \u003cstrong\u003eThis does NOT mean you have cancer.\u003c\/strong\u003e It may mean there is a risk of having or developing precancerous cell changes on the cervix, so further checks are important.\u003cbr\u003e The HPV test is very sensitive and accurate at detecting the virus that causes most cervical cancers. The test is just as good whether you do it yourself, get your healthcare provider to help, or have a cervical sample taken. However, no test is perfect and there’s a very small chance that HPV or cell changes could be missed. That’s why it is so important to have regular screening. \u003cbr\u003e To learn more about cervical test results, see the pamphlet \u003ca title=\"Cervical screening: understanding test results\" href=\"\/products\/cervical-screening-what-you-need-to-know-he1162\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCervical Screening: Understanding test results, code HE1162\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFollow-up tests – what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervical sample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAn instrument called a speculum is used to open the vagina so the doctor or nurse can see the cervix. You may either lie on your side or on your back with your knees bent. The lower part of your body will be covered with a sheet. A soft brush is used to gently take a sample of cells from the surface. This can feel a little uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eYour sample is then sent to a lab to be checked for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColposcopy \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDuring a colposcopy, a specialist uses a microscope, called a colposcope, to check the cells on your cervix. The colposcope looks like a pair of binoculars on a stand. It magnifies the cervix so that any cell changes can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe examination may include taking a small sample of tissue (a biopsy). The biopsy takes only a couple of seconds and may be a bit uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIt is important to attend your colposcopy appointment even if you don’t have any symptoms, and\/or you are pregnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese extra checks may not find anything to be concerned about. If cell changes are found, you will be offered treatment, which is usually highly successful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith vaccination and HPV testing, Aotearoa New Zealand aims to eliminate cervical cancer in the future. Together we can do this!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe HPV vaccine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHPV vaccination is an important step in protecting against cervical cancer. The vaccine is free for everyone aged 9 to 26 years, including nonresidents under 18. HPV vaccination has led to a drop in cervical cancer rates, but it doesn’t protect against all types of HPV. Even if you’ve had the vaccine, it’s still important to have regular cervical screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn important message\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening is for people who don’t have symptoms. If you’re having any symptoms, it is important to see a healthcare provider without delay. Symptoms could include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebleeding or spotting between periods or after your periods have stopped (after menopause)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epain during sex and\/or bleeding or spotting after sex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evaginal discharge that’s not normal for you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epersistent pain in your pelvis or lower back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese symptoms can happen for many reasons and rarely mean you have cervical cancer. However, it is important to get them checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I join the National Cervical Screening Programme?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou automatically become part of the Programme, if you are eligible, when you turn 25 or have your first cervical screening test, unless you have chosen to withdraw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need to be on the NCSP-Register to get an invitation, recalls and reminders to screen. If you are not sure if you are on the Register, call \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens to my health information?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation is stored on a computer system, called the NCSP-Register, which is managed by Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand. The NCSP-Register is used to record your test results. This helps ensure important information is available to you and your healthcare providers and to manage your progress through the Programme. It also:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esends out recalls and reminders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupports you if you need support accessing cervical screening services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides information to enable evaluation and review of the Programme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenables research, approved by an ethics committee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelps with planning for national and regional services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo reports or research produced will identify any individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can look at the privacy section on \u003ca title=\"Time to Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTime to Screen - National Screening Unit\u003c\/a\u003e for full details about how information collected by the Programme is securely managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a right to request your health information at any time by freephoning \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or emailing \u003ca title=\"Email info@ncspregister.health.nz\" href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e and verifying your identity (full name, date of birth, NHI, address).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePausing screening or withdrawing from the NCSP\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose to withdraw from the NCSP at any time, or you can remain on the Register but opt out of receiving any communications. You can contact the Programme about either of these options and if you decide to withdraw, we will send you a form to complete. You can also find the form on our website. We will keep some of your identity details in our system with a note not to contact you again. All information about your cervical screening tests and history will be removed from our records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can re-join the Programme any time if you change your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any further questions about the benefits of cervical screening and your options, you can usually find the answers on \u003ca title=\"Time to Cervical Screen\" href=\"http:\/\/timetocervicalscreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brochure and other cervical screening information are available from HealthEd.govt.nz, including these helpful resources:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Understanding test results\" href=\"\/products\/cervical-screening-what-you-need-to-know-he1162\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCervical Screening: Understanding test results, code HE1162 \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Colposcopy: What you need to know\" href=\"\/products\/colposcopy-what-you-need-to-know-he1163\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eColposcopy: What you need to know, code HE1163 \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Cervical screening self-test - What you need to know, code HE1165\" href=\"\/products\/cervical-screening-self-test-what-you-need-to-know-he1165\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCervical screening self-test - What you need to know, code HE1165. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information and to make sure your contact details are up-to-date, talk to your healthcare provider or the NCSP-Register. Freephone \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca title=\"Email info@ncspregister.health.nz\" href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMa te mōhio e piki ai te hauora me te waiora. Knowledge improves health and wellbeing.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44083493437668,"sku":"HE1161","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1161.jpg?v=1691382821"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-what-you-need-to-know-he1162","title":"Cervical screening: understanding test results English HE1162","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou’ve taken the first step towards protecting yourself from cervical cancer by having cervical screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular screening is important to make sure you stay healthy for yourself and your whānau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScreening tests look first for human papillomavirus (HPV) that causes most cervical cancers. If the virus is found, further tests are done to check for any cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis information will help you understand your cervical screening test results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf any follow-up tests are needed, these will be free under the National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMa te mōhio e piki ai te hauora me te waiora. Knowledge improves health and wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the results will show\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScreening tests first show whether you have HPV. These results are usually available within 1-2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 90% of people screened will NOT have HPV found and can just continue to have regular screening. This will usually be 5-yearly (or 3-yearly if immune deficient).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 10% of people screened will have HPV found. This does NOT mean you have cancer. It may mean there is a risk of already having or developing precancerous cell changes on your cervix, so further checks are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe next steps will depend on what type of HPV is found. These follow-up tests check for any cell changes on your cervix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHPV and cervical cancer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many types of HPV, which is spread by intimate skin-to-skin contact or any sexual activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80% of adults will have HPV at some time in their lives. Most types are not of concern and the body usually clears the virus by itself. However, some types can persist and cause cell changes that may lead to cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical cancer usually takes many years to develop. Regular cervical screening can identify people who are most at risk and treat any cell changes to stop them turning into cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding HPV test results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on what is found in your sample, you can get a variety of different results from the laboratory. Here’s a guide to what each means.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHPV not detected\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf HPV isn’t found in your sample, you won’t need to have another screening test for 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient). This will be the case for most people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHPV 16 or HPV 18\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many different types of HPV. Some strains are more likely to persist and may lead to cervical cancer. If HPV types 16 or 18 are found (the 2 highest-risk types) you’ll be referred for colposcopy to check for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis examination is done by a specialist colposcopist, who uses a microscope to magnify\u003cbr\u003eand sometimes take samples from your cervix. Most people who have HPV 16 or 18 will NOT have any cell changes, but it is important to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHPV Other (type\/number may be stated)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf one of the ‘Other’ types of HPV is found, and your test was done as a vaginal swab, you will be asked to go back to your healthcare provider to have a cervical sample taken (previously known as a smear test). This will be sent to the laboratory and tested for any cell changes (cytology).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you chose to have a cervical sample taken (rather than a swab test) you won’t need to come back for this second appointment. The sample will be used to check for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on what type of cell changes are found you may then be referred for colposcopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInvalid or unsuitable for analysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery occasionally an HPV swab sample won’t be able to be used for testing. You will be told if your test is unusable, so you can repeat it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the result is reported as unsuitable for analysis, this will most likely be because the sample has leaked. Please ensure the lid of your sample is put on tightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow accurate are the HPV results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPV test is very sensitive and accurate at detecting the virus. The test is just as good,\u003cbr\u003ewhether you do it yourself, get your healthcare provider to help, or have a cervical cell sample taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, no test is perfect and there is a very small chance that HPV or cell changes could be missed. That’s why it is so important to have regular screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCell changes on the cervix happen slowly over time. Regular screening is important so that changes can be picked up if they were missed the first time, or have developed since your last test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf the 180 people who get cervical cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand every year, 85% have either never been screened or have not had regular screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding cytology test results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCytology screening (looking at cells under a microscope) looks for changes in the cells on the surface of the cervix. If you have a cervical cell sample taken and a cytology result is reported as well as HPV, the results are more complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cytology results that may be reported are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNormal cytology results (a negative result)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo cell changes were detected. Future follow-up will depend on your screening history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUnsatisfactory cytology results\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsatisfactory results mean that the test could not be read at the laboratory because there were not enough cells in the sample, or blood or mucus hid most of the cells. You will need to have another test within three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInflammation or infection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasionally your test result may show that inflammation or infection is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss this result with your healthcare provider. Often no treatment is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAtypical changes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means it is difficult to be sure whether cell changes are starting to develop. Mild atypical changes (called ASC-US or atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance) often clear up before your next test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMild (low-grade) changes (LSIL)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means the cells are beginning to show some mild changes. LSIL (or low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions) are due to an HPV infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese usually clear up on their own, so your next screening test may be normal. If it’s not, you may be referred for colposcopy. This will depend on your age and how many times HPV has been detected in your screens. Your healthcare provider will discuss this with you and confirm if you need to have another screening test in 1 year, or be referred to a specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eModerate to severe (high-grade) changes (HSIL)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-grade changes are cell changes that are more developed. They’re called high-grade\u003cbr\u003esquamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL). This doesn’t mean cancer (most people will have cell changes that can be successfully treated), but you’ll need colposcopy to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost cell changes are either LSIL or HSIL. Occasionally there are glandular cell changes,\u003cbr\u003ewhich are also regarded as a high-grade change requiring further investigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be recommended for further tests or treatment following your cervical screening results. Your healthcare provider will explain why you need any follow-up procedures and what they will involve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1162image1_27236365-e845-4f70-ab4f-e9aef145e1f6_480x480.jpg?v=1693977310\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFollow-ups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eColposcopy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColposcopy (kol-poss-kapee) is an examination of the cervix using a magnifying lens called a colposcope. The colposcope looks like a pair of binoculars on a stand. It magnifies your cervix and vagina so that any abnormal areas can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe examination may include taking a small sample of tissue (a biopsy). The biopsy takes only a couple of seconds and may be a bit uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialist will discuss the results of your colposcopy at the end of your appointment and contact you about any biopsy results within about 4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Colposcopy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1162image2_0dbf4c2c-b580-4576-a5ac-44b7ace1b9a2_480x480.jpg?v=1693977350\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTreatments\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be recommended that you have treatment to remove any area of cell changes. The type of treatment will depend on the type of changes and where they are on your cervix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany cell changes can be treated under a local anaesthetic during colposcopy. Your specialist will discuss the options with you. They will also be able to explain the various types of treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly treatment of cell changes is almost always successful in preventing cancer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens to my health information?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest results are recorded on a computer system, called the NCSP-Register, which is managed by Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis helps ensure important information is available to you and your healthcare providers, and to manage your progress through the Programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esends out recalls and reminders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupports you if you need support accessing cervical screening services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides information to enable evaluation and review of the Programme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenables research, approved by an ethics committee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelps with planning for national and regional services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo reports or research produced will identify any individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can look at the \u003ca title=\"Privacy section on Time to Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/about-this-site\/privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePrivacy section on the Time to Screen website\u003c\/a\u003e for full details about how information collected by the Programme is securely managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a right to request your health information at any time by freephoning \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or emailing \u003ca title=\"email info@ncspregister.health.nz\" href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e and verifying your identity (full name, date of birth, NHI, address).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWithdrawing from the programme\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose to withdraw from the NCSP at any time, or you can remain on the Register but opt out of receiving any communications. You can contact the Programme about either of these options and if you decide to withdraw, we will send you a form to complete. \u003ca title=\"Enrolment in the National Cervical Screening Programme\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/having-smear\/about-the-cervical-screening-programme\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou can also find the form on our website\u003c\/a\u003e. We will keep some of your identity details in our system with a note not to contact you again. All information about your cervical screening tests and history will be removed from our records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can re-join the Programme any time if you change your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need to be on the NCSP-Register to get an invitation, recalls and reminders to screen. If you are not sure if you are on the Register, call \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn important message\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening is for people who are well. If you’re having any symptoms, it’s important to see your healthcare provider without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymptoms could include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebleeding or spotting between periods or after your periods have stopped (after menopause)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epain during sex or bleeding or spotting after sex\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epersistent pain in your pelvis or lower back\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunusual discharge from the vagina.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese symptoms can happen for many reasons and rarely mean you have cervical cancer. However, it’s important to get them checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need further information about the benefits of cervical screening and your options, and where to get screened, you can usually find the answers on our website \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Time to Cervical Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can look at the \u003ca title=\"Privacy section of Time to Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/about-this-site\/privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eprivacy section on the Time to Screen website\u003c\/a\u003e for full details about how information collected by the Programme is securely managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also contact:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe National Cervical Screening Programme, freephone \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour doctor or practice nurse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMāori, Pacific and women’s community health centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Family Planning clinics\" href=\"https:\/\/www.familyplanning.org.nz\/clinics\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eyour local Family Planning clinic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour local \u003ca title=\"Cancer Society NZ\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCancer Society\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can view this brochure and other health education resources at \u003ca title=\"HealthEd\" href=\"http:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHealthEd.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44083495174372,"sku":"HE1162","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1162.jpg?v=1691383011"},{"product_id":"colposcopy-what-you-need-to-know-he1163","title":"Colposcopy: what you need to know English HE1163","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKia ora and welcome\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis information is for people referred to colposcopy (kol-poss-kapee). This is usually\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebecause a cervical screening test has suggested there could be some changes to the cells on your cervix. It could also be because your health provider recommends your cervix is checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will get a letter from the colposcopy clinic to arrange an appointment. The procedure is free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a colposcopy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring colposcopy a specialist uses a microscope to view and check the cells on your cervix. The colposcope looks like a pair of binoculars on a stand. It magnifies the cervix so that the cell changes can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe examination may include taking a small sample of tissue (a biopsy). The biopsy takes only a couple of seconds and may be a bit uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColposcopy is safe and effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is important to attend your colposcopy appointment, even if you don’t have any symptoms or you are pregnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore your appointment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour appointment may take up to an hour, although the actual colposcopy only takes about 15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need to change your appointment for any reason, for example, if you think you might have your period on the day of your appointment, please phone the clinic as soon as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need an interpreter, please let the clinic know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are welcome to bring someone to support you, such as your partner, a family or whānau member or a friend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions about your appointment, please contact the clinic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is difficult for you to attend the appointment, for example, because of transport or childcare, contact the colposcopy clinic as support options may be available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a disability that makes it difficult or uncomfortable to have the procedure, let the clinic know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease tell the clinic if you are pregnant. It is safe to have a colposcopy when you are pregnant. However, it is unlikely a biopsy or treatment will be recommended during pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMa te mōhio e piki ai te hauora me te waiora.\u003cbr\u003eKnowledge improves health and wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDuring your colposcopy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA specialist doctor or nurse carries out the examination and a nurse will also be there to help you. If you have any questions, ask the nurse or specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will be asked to lie on a bed with your legs placed in leg rests. A microscope will be put near your vagina. It will not touch your body. The specialist will gently place a speculum into the vagina. This makes it possible to clearly see a magnified view of the cervix through the microscope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colposcopist applies liquid onto your cervix to show up any cell changes. Some people find this stings a little. Small tissue samples may be taken of cells in areas where the changes are noted. This is called taking a biopsy. When the biopsy is taken, you may feel a quick, sharp pinch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1162image2_0dbf4c2c-b580-4576-a5ac-44b7ace1b9a2_480x480.jpg?v=1693977350\" alt=\"Colposcopy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter your colposcopy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the clinic, the specialist will talk to you about what they saw during your colposcopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a few days after the procedure, you may have some pain, similar to period pain. Rest and do what you usually do when you have period pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you had a biopsy, you may also bleed a little or have some reddish-brown discharge from your vagina. This is normal and should stop within a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUntil the bleeding stops, and your cervix is healed, please:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003euse sanitary pads, period underwear, NOT tampons or period cups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave showers instead of baths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edo not use spa pools and swimming pools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edo not have sex, or place anything into the vagina.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you start to bleed more than when you have your period, or if the bleeding goes on for more than a week, please phone the clinic for advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colposcopy clinic will provide a letter with information about what to do to address any concerns you may have, especially outside clinic hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting your results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve had a biopsy, your sample will be sent to the laboratory to find out exactly what sort of changes are happening on your cervix. It can take up to 4 weeks for the clinic to get your biopsy results. If you have not heard from the clinic within 4 weeks, please contact them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour results will also be sent to the National Cervical Screening Programme as well as your health provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe results of a biopsy may show there is nothing wrong with the cells on your cervix. Sometimes you may need another colposcopy if your biopsy results are not clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are four main types of cell change results:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild changes, also known as low-grade changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to severe changes, also known as high-grade changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlandular cell changes (including adenocarcinoma-in-situ).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChanges suggestive of cervical cancer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost cell changes are not cancer, but it is important to check so changes can be treated early to prevent cancer developing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTreatment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes a follow-up cervical screening test or colposcopy is recommended instead of treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialist will advise if you need treatment for any cell changes. The type recommended will depend on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe type of cells\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhere they are on your cervix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe size of the area with cell changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialist will discuss the treatment options with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCervical cancer and HPV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost all cervical cancer is caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is spread by intimate skin-to-skin contact and any sexual activity. It affects almost all people at some point in their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many types of HPV, most of which are not cancer-causing and are of no concern. HPV will usually clear up by itself. Only some types of the virus will cause cell changes that could lead to cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical cancer usually takes 10 years or more to develop. Regular cervical screening during this time means cell changes can be found and treated early to stop them from becoming cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith cervical screening, HPV will be tested for first and for most people this can be done using a simple vaginal swab they can do themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHPV screening is a better first screening test that will prevent more cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat causes cell changes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman papillomavirus (HPV) is the main cause of cell changes and cervical cancer. You can find more information about HPV at \u003ca title=\"Cervical screening\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e or in the brochures on\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"HealthEd cervical screening\" href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/collections\/topic-cervical-screening\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHealthEd.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca title=\"Cervical screening: what you need to know\" href=\"\/products\/cervical-screening-what-you-need-to-know-he1161\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCervical Screening: What you need to know, code HE1161\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003ca title=\"Cervical screening: understanding test results\" href=\"\/products\/cervical-screening-what-you-need-to-know-he1162\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCervical Screening: Understanding test results, code HE1162\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly treatment of cell changes is usually successful at stopping these cells developing into cervical cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe National Cervical Screening Programme\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aim of the National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) is to reduce the number\u003cbr\u003eof people who develop cervical cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you have a cervical screening test you become enrolled, unless you choose not to be. You can choose to withdraw from the NCSP at any time, or you can remain on the Register but opt out of receiving any communications. You can contact the Programme about either of these options and if you decide to withdraw, we will send you a form to complete. \u003ca title=\"Enrolment in the NSCP\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/having-smear\/about-the-cervical-screening-programme\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou can also find the form on our website.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor further information about enrolment in the National Cervical Screening Programme,\u003cbr\u003ecall \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions about the information in this brochure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evisit our website\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Time to Cervical Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econtact the National Cervical Screening Programme on \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" title=\"call 0800 729 729\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evisit the health education website at \u003ca title=\"HealthEd\" href=\"http:\/\/www.HealthEd.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHealthEd.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information and to make sure your contact details are up-to-date, talk to your healthcare provider or the NCSP-Register. Freephone \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" title=\"call 0800 729 729\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca title=\"info@ncspregister.health.nz\" href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can look at the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Privacy section of Time to Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/about-this-site\/privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eprivacy section on the Time to Screen website\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor full details about how information collected by the Programme is securely managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44083495698660,"sku":"HE1163","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1163.jpg?v=1691383163"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-your-test-your-choice-he1164","title":"Cervical screening: your test, your choice English HE1164","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCervical screening has never been easier!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman papillomavirus (HPV) testing offers a range of options, including a simple vaginal swab test that’s so easy you can do it yourself. The test is very accurate at detecting HPV, which causes more than 95% of cervical cancers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHPV is passed on through intimate skin-to-skin contact and any sexual activity. 80% of adults will have HPV at some time in their lives. Most cases clear up by themselves, but some can persist and cause cell changes over time that may turn into cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know if I need screening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are eligible for cervical screening if you are: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea woman or person with a cervix; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged between 25 and 69; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esexually active now, or have ever been.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes no difference what your sexuality or gender identity is, or if you have not been sexually active for a long time. If you have a cervix, it’s best to get tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve had a total hysterectomy (removal of the uterus and cervix) check with your healthcare provider to see if you still need to have screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe HPV screening test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening has never been easier. There are two ways to do the test:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1161Chart_480x480.jpg?v=1693804449\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1161Chart_480x480.jpg?v=1693804449\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTION 1: Vaginal swab\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will be suitable for most people. You will be advised if a different test is appropriate for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA) You can do it as a self-test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUsually done in a private area at your screening appointment. Some screen-takers may offer community-based locations, a mobile unit, or a take-home option.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB) A trained health professional can assist you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA sample is collected from your vagina using a swab. The vaginal swab sample is tested only for HPV. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDepending on the type of HPV detected, you may need to have a cervical sample taken (what used to be called a smear test) to check for any cell changes or you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca title=\"See instructions\" href=\"http:\/\/cervicalselftest.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervicalSelfTest.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTION 2: Cervical sample\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously called a smear test. This may be recommended for some people, and you can still choose this option if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cervical sample is taken by a trained health professional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be done in clinical or community-based locations, or in a mobile unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour screen-taker will take a sample of cells from your cervix using a speculum and small brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sample is first tested for HPV and, if HPV is found, it will also be checked for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe same sample will be checked for any cell changes. Depending on the results, you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"See guide\" href=\"http:\/\/cervicalsample.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCervicalSample.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) is not fully funded. However, free screening is available for women and people with a cervix who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare aged 30 or over and have never had a screening test or are under-screened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erequire follow-up testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehold a Community Services Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare Māori or Pacific.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a friend or whānau member who is eligible for cervical screening, share this information and tell them about the new HPV self-test. It might just save their life!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting your results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf HPV isn’t found, you won’t need another cervical screening test for 5 years (3 years if you’re immune deficient).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround 90% of people screened will be found NOT to have HPV. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf HPV \u003cem\u003eis\u003c\/em\u003e found, further checks will be done to make sure it hasn’t caused cell changes that could lead to cervical cancer. The recommended followup will depend on the type of HPV detected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be asked to return to have a cervical cell sample (if your first test was done as a swab). Or you may be referred for colposcopy, done by a specialist. This is an examination of your cervix using a special microscope. Sometimes tissue samples (a biopsy) will be taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf the 180 people diagnosed with cervical cancer every year, around 85% have never been screened or have not had regular screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the new HPV test and HPV vaccination, Aotearoa New Zealand aims to eliminate cervical cancer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about cervical screening, your options, and where to book an appointment. Freephone \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or visit \u003ca title=\"Time to cervical screen\" href=\"http:\/\/www.TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also find the details about how we look after your information on the privacy section of this website.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need to be on the NCSP-Register to get an invitation, recalls and reminders to screen. If you are not sure if you are on the Register, call \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto check.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44083495764196,"sku":"HE1164","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1164.jpg?v=1691383396"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-self-test-what-you-need-to-know-he1165","title":"Cervical screening self-test: what you need to know English HE1165","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHuman papillomavirus (HPV) testing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vaginal swab test is an easy way to collect your cervical screening sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can do this yourself at your screening appointment in a private area or in a bathroom. Some screen-takers may offer community-based locations, a mobile unit or a take-home test. Talk to them about the options and what suits you best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this test you collect a sample from your vagina, not from the cervix. It’s quick and easy and should not be uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need an interpreter, it’s best to mention this when you book your appointment. If you have a disability and need more support to do the test, let your healthcare provider know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the past, you may have had a cervical sample taken (which used to be called a smear test).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis may still be recommended for some people, and you can still choose this option if you prefer. This sample will first be tested for HPV but has the advantage that it can also be checked for any cell changes if HPV is found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk with your healthcare provider to decide what’s best for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoing your self-test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you chose to do a self-test you will be given a test kit with detailed instructions on what to do. If you have any questions or difficulty with the test, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure your details are correct on the label and form and add anything that may be missing. You may need to fill in some information, like the date you do the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat if I make a mistake?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is very easy to take your own sample and this is just as accurate as one taken by a healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s very unlikely you will get anything wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is okay to continue with the test if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave touched the swab tip with your fingers (though it is best to avoid this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave inserted the swab into your vagina but are unsure if you have inserted it far enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you drop your swab, let your healthcare provider know and ask them for a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"HPV self-test instructions\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1165self-testinstructions_480x480.jpg?v=1695006587\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a private space, find a comfortable position to take your sample. You may like to sit, stand, lie down or squat. If you cannot find a position that works for you, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake the tube containing the swab out of the bag and remove the swab stick. You may need to hold and twist the cap to break the paper seal. \u003cbr\u003eTry not to touch the swab tip either with your fingers or against any surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolding the swab stick halfway down, use your free hand to open your vagina and gently insert the tip of the swab about 4-5cm (about the length of your thumb, similar to inserting a tampon). \u003cbr\u003eMost people find it easy and comfortable to do. If you experience any pain, then draw the swab back a bit until it is more comfortable or ask your healthcare provider to assist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the swab about 4 times (around 20 seconds), gently touching the sides of the vagina, then remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce you have collected your sample, check the kit instructions for next steps on what to do with the swab. \u003cbr\u003eMake sure the cap on your sample is put on tightly, so it is well sealed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispose of any leftover materials in the rubbish bin, then wash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the completed sample and form back into the bag, seal it and give it back to your healthcare provider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNext steps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have done your self-test somewhere other than a clinic or health centre, it should be returned as soon as you can but may be stored at room temperature until then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour healthcare provider will send your sample to a laboratory for HPV testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will usually be contacted about your results within 1 to 2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your results show HPV was found (which will only be the case for around 10% of people screened) this does NOT mean you have cancer or that cancer will develop. Further checks will be recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny follow-up tests you may need will depend on what type of HPV is found. You may be recommended to have a cervical sample taken (what used to be called a smear test), to look for any cell changes, or be referred to a specialist for colposcopy, to look more closely at the cells on your cervix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a friend or whānau member who is eligible for screening. 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You may need to fill in some information, like the date you do the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I make a mistake?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is very easy to take your own sample and this is just as accurate as one taken by a healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt’s very unlikely you will get anything wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is okay to continue with the test if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehave touched the swab tip with your fingers (though it is best to avoid this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehave inserted the swab into your vagina but are unsure if you have inserted it far enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you drop your swab, let your healthcare provider know and ask them for a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1181stepbystepguide_480x480.png?v=1695776238\" alt=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1181stepbystepguide_480x480.png?v=1695776238\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn a private space, find a comfortable position to take your sample. You may like to sit, stand, lie down or squat. If you cannot find a position that works for you, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTake the tube containing the swab out of the bag and remove the swab stick. You may need to hold and twist the cap to break the paper seal.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTry not to touch the swab tip either with your fingers or against any surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHolding the swab stick halfway down, use your free hand to open your vagina and gently insert the tip of the swab about 4-5cm (about the length of your thumb, similar to inserting a tampon).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost people find it easy and comfortable to do. 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If you have any questions or difficulty with the test, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake sure your details are correct on the label and form and add anything that may be missing. You may need to fill in some information, like the date you do the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I make a mistake?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is very easy to take your own sample and this is just as accurate as one taken by a healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt’s very unlikely you will get anything wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is okay to continue with the test if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehave touched the swab tip with your fingers (though it is best to avoid this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehave inserted the swab into your vagina but are unsure if you have inserted it far enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you drop your swab, let your healthcare provider know and ask them for a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1181stepbystepguide_480x480.png?v=1695776238\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn a private space, find a comfortable position to take your sample. 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If you experience any pain, then draw the swab back a bit until it is more comfortable or ask your healthcare provider to assist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRotate the swab about 4 times (around 20 seconds), gently touching the sides of the vagina, then remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOnce you have collected your sample, check the kit instructions for next steps on what to do with the swab.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake sure the cap on your sample is put on tightly, so it is well sealed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDispose of any leftover materials in the rubbish bin, then wash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlace the completed sample and form back into the bag, seal it and give it back to your healthcare provider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere may be some variation between the type of self-test swab shown in this guide with the swab used by your healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" href=\"http:\/\/TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44085620768996,"sku":"HE1181","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/Cervicalscreening-Howtodotheself-testA3_A4LANDSCAPEposterENGLISH-HEXXXX_b5650485-cbde-45f7-af46-65c87de0fa48.jpg?v=1691457271"},{"product_id":"ask-about-the-new-cervical-screening-test-a4-portrait-poster-he1183","title":"Ask about the new cervical screening test English A4 portrait poster HE1183","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAsk about the new cervical screening test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccurate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-test option\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.timetocervicalscreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Time to cervical screen\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etimetocervicalscreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44085627322596,"sku":"HE1183","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/AskaboutthenewcervicalscreeningtestA3_A4PORTRAITposterENGLISH-HEXXXX.jpg?v=1691457581"},{"product_id":"ask-about-the-new-cervical-screening-test-a3-portrait-poster-he1187","title":"Ask about the new cervical screening test English A3 portrait poster HE1187","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsk about the\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNEW CERVICAL SCREENING TEST\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSafe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccurate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelf-test option\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.timetocervicalscreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Time to cervical screen\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003etimetocervicalscreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44085634367716,"sku":"HE1187","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/AskaboutthenewcervicalscreeningtestA3_A4PORTRAITposterENGLISH-HEXXXX_4a8d11e9-daa3-4e4a-ae2f-96f3209e77e3.jpg?v=1691457747"},{"product_id":"matawai-tawaha-kopu-nga-mea-hei-mohio-he1168","title":"Matawai tāwaha kōpū: ngā mea hei mōhio Cervical screening: what you need to know te reo Māori HE1168","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKia ora, nau mai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa rapu te matawai tāwaha i te huaketo tona wawana ā-tangata (HPV) e puta ake ai te nuinga o ngā mate pukupuku o te tāwaha. Māu ake koe e whakamātau, i te nuinga o te wā i tētahi koko tūmataiti i te wāhi o te tāpuinga matawai, ā, māu rānei e īnoi ki tētahi atu kia āwhinatia. Tērā pea, ka marohi ētahi kaimatawai i ngā wāhi kē atu, arā anō he wāhi rānei o te hapori, he taiwhanga kānekeneke rānei, ā, ko te hari rānei i ngā taputapu matawai ki te kāinga. Kāore ngā kaiwhakarato hauora katoa e pērā, nō reira, pātaitia atu ngā whiringa e wātea ana i tōu rohe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMa te nahanaha o te matawai (hei tikanga i ia 5 tau, i ia 5 tau) me te awhikiri atu i te HPV e tiakina ai koe i te mate pukupuku tāwaha. Ko tēnei te huarahi pai e noho ora ai koe, me tō whānau hoki.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMa te aha au e mōhio ai mehemea e tika ana te matawai tāwaha kōpū mōku?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarohitia ai te matawai tāwaha kōpū mōu mehemea:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe wahine rānei, he tangata whai tāwaha kōpū rānei;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ei te 25 ki te 69 tau te pakeke;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ei te mahimahi ināianei, ā, i te mahimahi i mua.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKāore he tikanga kē o ngā whāinga aitanga rānei, o te tuakiri ā-ira rānei. Kāore hoki he tikanga kē mehemea kāore anō kia ai i te wā roa. Mehemea he tāwaha kōpū tōu, me whakamātau, ka tika.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea he pokanga kōpū whakatepe tōu (arā, kua tangohia te kōpū me te tāwaha) me kōrero ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora mehemea he matawainga hei whāinga māu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea e hapū ana, he mea haumaru tonu te mahi i te whakamātau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea kei a koe te mate marama, he pai tonu te mahi i te whakamātau ki te kore te tahe toto e tino nui, kei hē te putanga whakamātau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHei utu i te matawai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEhara te Hōtaka ā-Motu o te Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū (NCSP) i te mea tahua kikī. Heoi, he matawai utukore mō ngā wāhine me ngā tāngata whai tāwaha:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe pakeke ake rānei i te 29 tau, kua kore rānei e matawaitia, he tarepa rānei te matawai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe whakamātau tukurua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe kāri Ratonga ā-Hapori tāna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe Māori rānei, he Tangata ā-Kiwa rānei.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKi hea haere ai ki te matawai Tāwaha Kōpū?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHei whiringa māu:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etō tākuta rānei, tō nēhi rānei ki tētahi whare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003engā whare haumanu wāhine rānei, hapori rānei mō te Māori me te Tangata ā-Kiwa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eongā ratonga ākikō, he pērā me te marae, me te taiwhanga kānekeneke\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003engā whare māherehere ā-whānau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003engā ratonga hauora aitanga.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea he whiringa whakataka-ki-te-kāinga ā ētahi kaiwhakarato hauora, kōrero ki a rātou mehemea e hiahia ana kia whai wāhi atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMau rānei te tangata tautoko e hari atu ki te tāpuinga. Hei te whakaritenga o te tāpuinga, whākina atu mehemea rānei e tika ana te kaiwhakawhiti reo mōu, mehemea rānei he hanga hauā tōu e tika ai te āwhina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe aha te maha o ngā wā me matawai te tāwaha kōpūo?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tūtohuhia kia whakamātauria te tāwaha kōpū i ia 5 tau, i ia 5 tau mm te nuinga o ngā tāngata (e 3 tau rānei mehemea he awhikiri pahara). I ētahi wā, me maha atu ngā whakamātau. Mā kōrua ko te kaiwhakarato hauora e āta kōrerorero ina tika mōu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe pai noa te pahurenga wā i waenga i ngā matawainga i te mea ki te kore he HPV ōu, he iti rawa te mōrearea e putaputa ai ngā panonitanga pūtau e whanake ake ai te pukupuku. Heoti, he mea nui te whai tonu i te nahanaha o te matawai mo te roanga o te wa e māraurau ana koe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHPV me te mate pukupuku Tāwaha Kōpū\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTata nei te katoa o te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū ka take mai i te HPV. He huaketo pā noa nei, ka hora i te hononga taupiri ki te kiri rānei, i te mahimahi rānei (ehara hoki i te ai pokopoko anake).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te nuinga o ngā tāngata mahimahi ka pāngia ki te HPV i tētahi wā i te oranga. I te nuinga o te wā ka ngarongaro ake ngā pokenga, engari ērā ētahi momo huaketo mārō e huri ai hei panonitanga pūtau, ā, hei reira huri ai hei mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEhara te whai HPV i te tohu o te mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI te nuinga o ngā wā, ka 10, ka maha atu rānei, ngā tau e whanake ai te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū. He maha ngā tūāhuri i waenga i te whai huaketo, i ngā panonitanga pūtau, i te mate pukupuku. Ma te nahanaha o ngā matawainga ka kitea tōmuatia atu te panonitanga pūtau kia tāpuhitia i mua i te huringa hei mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHoahoa 1. Ngā taumata o ngā panonitanga pūtau tāwaha\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ngā taumata o ngā panonitanga pūtau tāwaha\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1168Hoahoa1Ngataumataongapanonitangaputautawaha_480x480.jpg?v=1695009666\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe whakamātau matawai HPV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKua kore te matawai tāwaha kōpū e ngāwari atu. E rua hoki ngā huarahi hei whakamātau atu:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWHIRINGA 1: Te paninga teke\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tika tēnei mo te nuinga o ngā tāngata. Ka tohua atu ki a koe mehemea he whakamātau kē e tika ana mōu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA) Māu e mahi hei whakamātau whaiaro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eI te nuinga o ngā wā, mahia ai tēnei i te koko tūmataiti o te wāhi matawai. Tērā pea ka tohua atu e ngā kaimahi matawai ki ētahi atu wāhi rānei o te hapori, ki te taiwhanga kānekeneke rānei, ā, kia haria rānei ngā taputapu whakamātautau ki te kāinga.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB) Ma te tūngaio hauora koe e āwhina\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tīkina ake te tīpako i te teke ki te paninga. Whakamātauria ai te tīpako paninga teke hei rapu i te HPV anake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKi te kore te HPV e kitea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ka rima ngā tau i mua i te whakamātau matawai anō (ka toru tau rānei mehemea he tangata awhikiri pahara koe).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKi te HPV e kitea\u003c\/strong\u003e E ai ki te momo HPV kua kitea, tērā pea me tiki atu te tīpako tāwaha (tērā i huaina ai hei whakamātau paninga i mua) hei rapu i ngā panonitanga pūtau, ā, tērā pea, ka tohua rānei koe hei whakatau mehemea he panonitanga o te tāwaha kōpū e whai haumanu atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cervicalselftestmaori.nz\/\" title=\"Cervical self test Māori\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervicalSelfTestMaori.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWHIRINGA 2: He tīpako o te tāwaha kōpū\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuaina ai tēnei hei whakamātau paninga i mua. Tērā pea ka tohua mō ētahi tāngata, ā, māu anō rānei e whiriwhiri ina hiahia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKa tīkina atu te tīpako tāwaha e te tūngaio hauora\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa mahia i te whare haumanu rānei, i ngā wāhi hapori rānei, i te taiwhanga kānekeneke rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tīkina ake e te kaimatawai te tīpako pūtau i te tāwaha ki te whātīrara me te paraihe iti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa mātua whakamātauria te tīpako hei rapu i te HPV, ā, ina kitea atu, ka huri ki te rapu i ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKi te kore te HPV e kitea\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eKa rima ngā tau i mua i te whakamātau matawai anō (ka toru tau rānei mehemea he tangata awhikiri pahara koe).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKi te HPV e kitea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Ka āta tirohia taua tīpako hei rapu atu i ngā panonitanga pūtau. E ai ki ngā putanga ake, tērā pea ka tohua koe ki te whakamātau ā-whātīrara hei whakatau mehemea he panonitanga o te tāwaha kōpū e whai haumanu atua.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cervicalsamplemaori.nz\/\" title=\"Cervical self test Māori\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervicalSampleMaori.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1168TewhakamataumatawaiHPV_480x480.jpg?v=1695009894\" alt=\"Te whakamātau matawai HPV\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1168TewhakamataumatawaiHPV_480x480.jpg?v=1695009894\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTe whai putanga\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa puta tō hua HPV i roto i 1 ki te 2 wiki. Kōrero atu ki tō kaiwhakarato hauora te tikanga hei whakapā atu ki a koe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKa māori noa te nuinga o ngā putanga matawai. I te 90%, tata nei, o te hunga matawai kāore te HPV e kitea.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI te 10%, tata nei, ka kitea te HPV. \u003cstrong\u003eEHARA tēnei i te tohu nōu te pukupuku.\u003c\/strong\u003e Engari he tohu pea o te mōrearea e whanake ake ai ngā panonitanga pūtau o te tāwaha, nō reira he mea nui ngā whakamātau kē atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe mea āta wetewete, he mea tino tika hei whakakite i te huateko e puta ake ai te nuinga\u003cbr\u003eo ngā pukupuku tāwaha. He pai tonu te whakamātau ahakoa māu anō e mahi, ahakoa ma te āwhina a tōu kaiwhakarato hauora, ā, ma te tiki rānei i te tīpako tāwaha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngari kāhore he whakamātau hapa-kore, ā, hei reira te tūponotanga iti rawa kua hipa te HPV rānei, ngā panonitanga pūtau rānei. Koina e nui ai te nahanaha o ngā matawainga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKia mōhio tonu ki ngā putanga o te whakamātau tāwaha, tirohia te mātārere \u003ca title=\"Matawai waha kōpū: te mārama ki ngā putanga o te matawai tāwaha kōpū\" href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/products\/matawai-waha-kopu-te-marama-ki-nga-putanga-o-te-matawai-tawaha-kopu-he1169\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMatawai Waha Kōpū: Te Mārama ki ngā putanga o te matawai tāwaha kōpū HE1169\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNgā whakamātau hei whai atu – Hei tāringa atu\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTe tīpako tāwaha\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eTērā tētahi taputapu ko te whātīrara hei akamahia whakatīrara i te tara kia tirotiro ai te tākuta rānei, te nēhi rānei i te tāwaha kōpū. Māu e takoto tāpae rānei, tīraha rānei me ngā turi pēpeke. Ka uhia te wāhanga tōraro o te tinana ki te hīti. Ka whakamahia he paraihe ngohengohe ki te āta tango i tētahi tīpako pūtau i te kahu o te tāwaha. Ka iti pea te anipā i reira.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eKa tukuna te tīpako ki te taiwhanga pūtaiao kia tirohia ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1168Hoahoa2Tewahangaetangoaiitetipako_480x480.jpg?v=1695012444\" alt=\"Te wāhanga e tango ai i te tīpako\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatawai Kōpū\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eI te matawai kōpū, ka whakamahi te mātanga i te karu whakarahi, e huaina nei he karu kōpū, kia tirohia ngā pūtau o te tāwaha kōpū. E rite ana te karu kōpu ki te karurua whakarahi whai tīrewa. Ka whakanuia te tāwaha kōpū kia kitea ai ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKo tā te matawai pea he tango i tētahi tīpako pūtauta. E ruarua noa iho ngā hēkona hei tango i taua tīpako, ā, tērā pea ka rongo koe i te kini iti.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe mea nui kia haere ki tō tāpuinga matawai kōpū, ahakoa kāore he tohumate, ahakoa e hapū ana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKāore pea ēnei arowhai tāpiri e kitea tētahi mea e āwangawanga ai. Mehemea ka kitea ngā panonitanga pūtau, ka kohaina atu nga mahi haumanu, ā, ka angitu i te nuinga o ngā wā.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe rongoā āraimate HPV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe kaupeka nui te rongoā āraimate HPV hei ārai atu i te pukupuku tāwaha. Kāore he utu mo te rongoā āraimate mā ngā tāngata i te 9 ki te 26 tau te pakeke, me ngā manene no raro i te 18 tau te pakeke. Nā taua rongoā āraimate nei i heke ai te pāpātanga o te mate pukupuku o te tāwaha kōpū, engari kāore i te pare atu i ētahi o ngā momo HPV. Nō reira, ahakoa kua werohia koe ki te rongoā āraimate nei, he mea nui kia nahanaha tonu ngā matawainga tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNgātahi nei, ko te rongoā āraimate HPV me te matawai tāwaha kōpū ngā mea pai rawa hei pare atu i te whanaketanga o te pukupuku tāwaha kōpū!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe karere whai tikanga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMā ngā tāngata hauora te matawai tāwaha kōpū. Mehemea he tohumate ōu, he mea nui kia kite wawe rawa nei i tōu kaiwhakarato hauora. Hei tohumate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete toto rānei, te turuturu toto rānei i waenga i ngā tahenga, i muri rānei i te tūpātanga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete mamae i a koe e ai ana, ā, he toto rānei, te turuturu toto rānei i muri i te ai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete mātahetahe no te tara e tauhou ana ki a koe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete mamae tūroa i te papatoiake rānei, i te tīraki rānei.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe maha ngā take kē atu e pupū ake aua tohumate nei, ā, he ouou ngā wā e tohu ana i te mate pukupuku i te tāwaha kōpū. Heoti, me tirotiro e tōu tākuta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKa pēhea taku uru atu ki te Hōtaka ā-Motu o te Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa whakauru aunoa koe ki te hotaka, mehemea e māraurau ana rānei, i tō huringa ki te 25 tau rānei, i tō matawai tāwaha kōpū tuatahi rānei, māna ka kōwhiria kia puta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te tikanga, kei te rēhita NCSP koe kia whai pōhiri ai, kia karangahia ai kia hoki atu, kia mahara ai ki te matawai e whai atu ana. Ki te kore koe e tino mōhio ana mehemea kei te Rēhita tōu ingoa, tēnā, waea atu ko \u003ca title=\"waea atu ko 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 729 729 \u003c\/a\u003ekia mōhio ai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKa ahatia ōku mōhiohio hauora?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa mau ngā mōhiohio katoa ki te pūnaha rorohiko, ki te Rēhita-NCSP, kei te whakahaerea e Te Whatu Ora. Ka whakamahia te Rēhita NCSP hei hopu i ōu putanga whakamātau. Hei reira e wātea ai ōu tino mōhiohio mā koutou ko ōu kaiwhakarato hauora, e tiakina ai hoki tōu ahunga atu ma te Hōtaka. Me te mea hoki:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka tono atu i ngā pōhiri me ngā whakamaharatanga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka tautoko i a koe mehemea he uaua te whai atu i ngā ratonga matawai tāwaha kōpū\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka whakaratorato i ngā mōhiohio hei whakawa, hei arotake i te Hōtaka;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka taunaki i ngā mahi rangahau e ka whakaaetia e te kōmiti matatika;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka āwhina i ngā mahi māherehere i ngā ratonga ā-motu, ā-rohe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKāore ngā pūrongo me ngā rangahau e tautohu atu i te tangata, ahakoa ko wai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTēnā, titiro ki te wāhanga tūmataiti o te paetukutuku Wā hei Matawai, \u003ca title=\"Time to cervical screen\" href=\"http:\/\/www.timetocervicalscreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e, hei whai i ngā pitoptio kōrero mo te whakahaere tūwhita i ngā mōhiohio katoa kua kohia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNou te tikanga, ahakoa te wā, hei tonu atu i ōu mōhiohio hauora ki te waea utukore atu rānei ki \u003ca title=\"waea ki 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e, ma te tono kārere rānei ki \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" title=\"tono kārere ki info@ncspregister.health.nz\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e, ā, hei reira hāpono ai i tōu tuakiri whaiaro (ngā ingoa katoa, te rā whānau, te tau NHI, te wāhi noho).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe whakatārewa rānei, te kounu rānei i te Hōtaka\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNōu te whiringa kia kounu rānei i te NCSP i te wā e hiahia ana koe, kia noho rānei ki te Hōtaka, engari ka aukati i ngā pānui. Māu hei whakapā atu ki te Hōtaka e pā ana ki aua whiringa, ā, ina whiriwhiri koe kia kounu, mā mātou te puka uiui e tono atu ki a koe hei whakakīkī. Ka mau i a mātou ētahi o ngā mōhiohio mōu i te pūnaha me te tohutohu kei whakapā atu anō ki a koe. Ka ūkuia ngā mōhiohio katoa mōu, ōu whakamātau matawai tāwaha kōpū me tōu hītori, i ā mātou mauhanga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIna huri ngā whakaaro, he pai tonu te hono anō ki te Hōtaka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHei kōrero āpiti\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea he pātai anō āu mō ngā painga o te matawai tāwaha kōpū me ō whiringa, ka kitea e koe ngā whakautu i te paetukutuku e \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Time to cervical screen\" href=\"http:\/\/www.timetocervicalscreen.nz\/\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/www.timetocervicalscreen.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te mātārere nei, me ētahi atu mōhiohio e pā ana ki te matawai kei te paetukutuku \u003ca href=\"healthed.govt.nz\" title=\"HealthEd\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHealthEd.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e, me ngā rauemi taunaki nei:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/matawai-waha-kopu-te-marama-ki-nga-putanga-o-te-matawai-tawaha-kopu-he1169\" title=\"Matawai waha kōpū: te mārama ki ngā putanga o te matawai tāwaha kōpū\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMatawai Waha Kōpū: Te Mārama ki ngā putanga o te matawai tāwaha kōpū, waehere HE1169 \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/collections\/all\/products\/matawai-kopu-nga-mea-hei-mohio-he1170\" title=\"Matawai kōpū: ngā mea hei mōhio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMatawai Kōpū: Ngā mea hei mōhio, waehere HE1170 \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/products\/cervical-screening-self-test-what-you-need-to-know-for-maori-he1172\" title=\"Te matawai tāwaha kōpū whakamātau-whaiaro: ngā mea hei mōhio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTe Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū Whakamātau- Whaiaro: Ngā mea hei mōhio, waehere HE1172\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHei whai i ngā mōhiohio kē atu, hei whakahou hoki i te wāhi noho, tēnā whākina atu rānei ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora, ki te rēhita o te Hōtaka NCSP, Waea Utukore \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"waea ki 0800 729 729\" href=\"tel:0800729729\" data-mce-href=\"tel:0800729729\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e rānei, ka tuku īmēra rānei ki \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" title=\"tono kārere ki info@ncspregister.health.nz\" data-mce-href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMehemea he hoa rānei, he mema whānau rānei tōu e māraurau ana kia whakamātauria, tuarihia tēnei taipitopito me te whākī atu i ngā kōrero e pā ana ki te matawai whaiaro HPV hōu. Tērā pea ka ora rātou i reira!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44085663498468,"sku":"HE1168","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/Cervicalscreening-WhatyouneedtoknowDLMAORI-HE1168220823.jpg?v=1692753086"},{"product_id":"matawai-waha-kopu-te-marama-ki-nga-putanga-o-te-matawai-tawaha-kopu-he1169","title":"Matawai waha kōpū: te mārama ki ngā putanga o te matawai tāwaha kōpū Cervical screening: understanding test results te reo Māori HE1169","description":"\u003cp\u003eNa te mahi i te matawai tuatahi, kua tango koe i te hīkoinga tuatahi hei tiaki i a koe ake i te mate pukpupuku o te tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe mea nui te nahanaha o ngā matawainga kia mau ai tōu hauora me tō te whānau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa mātua rapu ngā whakamātau matawai i te huaketo tona wawana-a-tangata (HPV) e whanake ake ai te nuinga o ngā pukupuku tāwaha. Ina kitea te huaketo, ka whakaritea ngā whakamātau kē atu hei rapu i ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMā ngā mōhiohio nei e mārama ai koe ki ngā putanga o te whakamātau matawai tāwaha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea he take hei whai atu i ngā whakamātau kē atu, kāore he utu i raro i ngā tikanga o te Hōtaka ā-Motu o te Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū (NCSP).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKo tā ngā putanga e whakaatu ai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa mātua whakaatu ngā putanga mehemea he HPV tōu. I te nuinga o ngā wā, ka tae aua putanga i roto i te 1 ki te 2 wiki.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te 90%, tata nei, o ngā tāngata kua matawaitia, KĀORE te HPV e kitea, ā, mā rātou ngā matawainga nahanaha e whai atu. Hei tikanga, ka mahi i ia 5 tau, i ia 5 tau (engari ka 3 ngā tau mehemea he tangata awhikiri pahara koe).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te 10%, tata nei, o te hunga matawai ka whakaatu i te HPV. EHARA tērā i te tohu he mate pukupuku tōu. Heoti, he tohu o te mōrearea o ngā panonitanga pūtau e huri ai hei pukupuku i te tāwaha, nō reira he mea nui te whai i ngā whakamātau nahanaha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo ngā hīkoinga hei whai atu ka hāngai ki te momo HPV kua kitea. Ko tā aua whakamātau ko te rapu i ngā panonitanga o te tāwaha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe HPV me te pukupuku tāwaha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe maha ngā momo HPV, ka hora i te taupiri rānei o te kiri ki te kiri, ki te mahimahi rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa pokea kia 80% o ngā tāngata pakeke ki te HPV i tētahi wā o te oranga. Ngarongaro ake ai te nuinga o aua pokenga. Engari ka mārō ētahi momo HPV e puta ake ai pea te mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI te nuinga o ngā wā, he maha ngā tau e whanake ake ai te pukupuku tāwaha kōpū. Āhei ai ngā matawai tāwaha kōpū nahanaha nei ki te tautohu i ngā tāngata e tino mōrearea ana, ā, hei reira haumanu atu ai i ngā panonitanga pūtau kei huri hei pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe mārama atu ki ngā putanga whakamātau HPV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE ai ki te kitenga iho i te tīpako, ka rere kē ngā putanga no te taiwhanga pūtaiao. Anei ngā tohutohu o tērā, o tērā.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKāore te HPV i kitea\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi te kore te HPV e kitea i te tīpakotanga, hei aha te matawai anō kia 5 ngā tau (kia 3 rānei ngā tau mehemea he tangata awhikiri pahara koe). Ka pēnei te putanga mo te nuinga o ngā tāngata.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHPV 16 rānei, HPV 18 rānei\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe maha ngā momo HPV. Ko ētahi momo e kaha ai te tūponotanga ake o te pokenga tūroa e huri ai pea hei pukupuku tāwaha kōpū. Ki te kitea ngā momo 16 rānei, 18 rānei o te HPV (ngā momo whakamōrearea rawa e rua) ka tohua atu koe ki te matawai kōpū hei rapurapu i ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMa te mātanga matawai kōpū e mahi, ā, māna te karu whakarahi e whakamahi hei whakarahi i te tirohanga atu, ā, i ētahi wā hei tiki atu hoki i te tīpakotanga i te tāwaha kōpū. KĀORE he panonitanga pūtau no te nuinga o ngā tāngata whai HPV 16 rānei, 18 rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHPV kē atu (tērā pea ka tautuhia te momo\/tau)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi te kitea tētahi o ngā momo ‘kē atu’, ā, kua mahia te whakamātau hei paninga tara, ka tohua koe kia hoki atu ki tōu tākuta rānei, ki te whare haumanu matawai rānei, hei tiki i te tīpako tāwaha (huaina ai i mua hei whakamātau paninga rānei). Ka tonoa taua tīpako ki te taiwhanga pūtaiao hei rapu i ngā panonitanga pūtau (cytology).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHei aha te tāpuinga tuarua rā mehemea kua whirihia te whakamātau ā-whātīrara (kāore kē i te whakamātau paninga). ā tirohia te tīpako hei rapu i ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE ai ki te putanga ake o te whakamātau pūtau, ka tohua pea koe ki te matawai kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHe papepape rānei, he pakarā rānei hei tātari\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI ētahi wā e maha nei, kāore te tīpako paninga HPV e tika hei whakamātau atu. Ka whākina atu ki a koe mehemea e pakarā ana te whakamātau kia hoki ai koe ki te whakamātau atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi te tohua te putanga hei mea pakarā hei tātari, ko te take matua ko te turuturu o te tīpako. Tēnā, kia kikī rawa te kopani o te tīpako.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe pēhea te tika o te matawai tāwaha kōpū?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe mea wetewete rawa, he mea tika rawa te whakamātau HPV hei rapu i te huaketo, ahakoa māu anō e mahi, ahakoa ma te kaiwhakarato e āwhina atu, ahakoa ka tīkina atu te tīpako pūtau tāwaha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngari, kāore he whakamātau hapa kore, nō reira he tūponotanga iti rawa kāore pea te HPV rānei, ngā panonitanga pūtau rānei e kitea. Koina e nui ana te nahanaha o ngā matawai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe pōturi te tūponopono ake, pāhurehure nei, o ngā panonitanga pūtau i te tāwaha kōpū. Nō reira e nui ai te nahanaha o ngā matawai , kia kitea ai ngā panonitanga ahakoa kua hipa i te wā tuatahi, ahakoa kua whānakenake ake ai i muri i te whakamātau whakamutunga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI waenga i ngā tāngata 180 ka tautohua me te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū i ia tau, i ia tau, ka tata nei ki te 85% kāore anō kia whakamātauria, kāore rānei e nahanaha ana te whakamātautau atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe mārama ki ngā putanga o te whakamātau pūtau\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRapurapu ai te matawai panonitanga pūtau (arā, te tirotiro ki ngā pūtau ki te kari whārahi) i ngā kawenga kētanga o ngā pūtau i te kahu o te tāwaha kopu. Ki te whiriwhiri koe kia tīkina te tīpako me te mahi i te whakamātau pūtau, ā, ka kitea hoki te HPV, ka tuatini ngā hanga o ngā putanga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea, ka pūrongohia ngā putanga o te whakamātau pūtau hei:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePutanga māori no te whakamātau pūtau (he putanga whakahē)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKāore he panonitanga pūtau i kitea. Ko ngā ritenga hei whai atu ka hāngai ki ngā mahi matawai o mua.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePutanga pakarā no te whakamātau pūtau\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE mea ana te putanga pakarā kāore te whakamatau i tutuki i te taiwhanga pūtaiao i te ruarua rānei o ngā pūtau i te tīpako, i te ngaro rānei o te nuinga o ngā pūtau i roto i te toto rānei, i te hūwareware rānei. Me mahi anō koe i tētahi atu whakamātau i roto i te toru marama \/ i waenganui i te toru me te whā marama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePauku rānei, pokenga rānei\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI ētahi wā, kitea ai hoki te pauku rānei, te pokenga rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMe kōrero tēnei momo putanga e kōrua ko te kaiwhakarato hauora. Ka nui ngā wā kāore he take o ngā mahi haumanu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePanonitanga Whano-kē\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE mea ana, he uaua te whakatau atu mehemea kua tīmata te whanaketanga ake o ngā panonitanga pūtau. Ka nui ngā wā e ngarongaro ake ai ngā panonitanga whano-kē māhaki (huaina ai ko ASC-US, arā, ngā pūtau unaunahi whano-kē - tohu taurangi)i mua i te whakamātau e whai atu ana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePanonitanga māhaki (pae hakahaka) (LSIL)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE mea ana, ānō kua tīmata ngā panonitanga māhaki. No te pokenga HPV ngā LSIL (arā, ngā hakihaki unaunahi pae hakahaka no raro i te kahu). I te nuinga o ngā wā ka ngarongaro noa ake, nā reira e wātea ai te whakamātau matawai e whai atu ana. Ki te kore, ka tohua pea koe ki te matawai kōpū, e ai ki tōu pakeke me te maha o ngā wā i kitea ai te HPV i ngā matawainga. Ka kōrerohia e kōrua ko tōu kaiwhakarato hauora hei whakatau i te whai atu rānei i tētahi atu whakamātau matawai i te kotahi tau, i te tohu rānei i a koe ki tētahi mātanga e tika ana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePanonitanga i te tahanga ki te pākaha (pae teitei) (HSIL)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo ngā panonitanga pae teitei ngā panonitanga pūtau kua whanake ake. Huaina ai ko ngā hakihaki unaunahi pae teitei no raro i te kahu (HSIL). Ehara i te mea he pukupuku (ka angitu ngā mahi haumanu panonitanga pūtau i te nuinga o ngā tāngata), engari me whai tonu i te matawai kōpū hei whakamātau atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe LSIL rānei, he HSIL te nuinga o ngā panonitanga pūtau. I ētahi wā he panonitanga nō ngā pūtau repe. Ka whakawākia ērā hei panonitanga pae teitei hei āta whai atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea ka ākina koe kia whai atu i ētahi atu whakamātau rānei, i ētahi atu mahi haumanu rānei i muri i te kite atu i ngā putanga no te matawai tāwaha kōpū. Mā tōu kaiwhakarato hauora e whakamārama atu i ngā mahi hei whai atu me ngā āhuatanga o reira.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Ngā taumata o ngā panonitanga pūtau tāwaha\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1168Hoahoa1Ngataumataongapanonitangaputautawaha_480x480.jpg?v=1695009666\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHei whai atu\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhakamātau Tāwaha Kōpū\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe mātaitanga te matawai kōpū i te tāwaha kōpu me te whakamahi i te arotahi whakarahi, arā, ko te arotahi kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa rite te hanga o te arotahi kōpū me tō te karurua whakarahi whai tīrewa. Ka whakarahi i te tirohanga atu ki te tāwaha kōpū me te tara kia kitea atu ai ngā wāhanga tīwekaweka. Tērā pea, ka tangohia te tīpako pūtautau iti. E rua noa iho ngā hēkona te roa o te tangohanga atu, engari tērā pea ka rongo i te kini iti i reira.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa āta kōrero kōrua ko te mātanga i ngā putanga o te matawai kōpū i te mutunga o te mātaitanga, ā, ka whākī atu ia i te wā e rite ai ngā putanga o tīpako pūtautau, i roto rā i te 4 wiki, tata nei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"He matawai kōpū\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1169image_480x480.png?v=1695786235\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNgā Mahi Haumanu\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea ka tūtohua he mahi haumanu mōu e tangohia ai ngā wāhi panonitanga pūtau. Ka hāngai te momo haumanu ki te momo panonitanga me ngā taunga i te tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe maha ngā panonitanga pūtau e tutuki ai te haumanu ki te rehu whāiti i te wā tonu o te matawai kōpū. Mā kōrua ko te mātanga ngā whiringa e kōrerorero. Ma te mātanga hoki ngā momo mahi haumanu e whakamārama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKa angitu, tata rawa nei, ngā mahi haumanu tōmua o ngā panonitanga pūtau hei pare atu i te pukupuku.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKa ahatia ōku mōhiohio hauora?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa mau ngā putanga whakamātau ki te pūnaha rorohiko, ki te Rēhita-NCSP, kei te whakahaerea e Te Whatu Ora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHei reira e wātea ai ōu tino mōhiohio mā koutou ko ōu kaiwhakarato hauora, e tiakina ai hoki tōu ahunga atu ma te Hōtaka. Me te mea hoki:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka tono atu i ngā pōhiri me ngā whakamaharatanga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka tautoko i a koe mehemea me whai atu ngā ratonga matawai tāwaha kōpū\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka whakaratorato i ngā mōhiohio hei whakawa, hei arotake i te Hōtaka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka taunaki i ngā mahi rangahau e ka whakaaetia e te kōmiti matatika\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eka āwhina i ngā mahi māherehere i ngā ratonga ā-motu, ā-rohe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKāore ngā pūrongo me ngā rangahau e tautohu atu i te tangata, ahakoa ko wai.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE āhei ana hoki koe ki te titiro ki te wāhanga tūmataiti o te paetukutuku Time to Screen kia kite ai i ngā taipitopito kōrero e mau tina ai ngā mōhiohio kua kohia e te Hōtaka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Nou te tikanga, ahakoa te wā, hei tonu atu i ōu mōhiohio hauora ki te waea utukore rānei ki \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800729729\" title=\"waea utukore ki 0800 729 729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e, ma te tono kārere rānei ki \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" title=\"tono he kārere ki info@ncspregister.health.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e, ā, hei reira hāpono ai i tōu tuakiri whaiaro (ngā ingoa katoa, te rā whānau, te tau NHI, te wāhi noho).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe Kounu i te hōtaka\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNōu te whiringa kia kounu rānei i te NCSP i te wā e hiahia ana koe, kia noho rānei ki te Hōtaka, engari ka aukati i ngā pānui. Māu hei whakapā atu ki te Hōtaka e pā ana ki aua whiringa, ā, ina whiriwhiri koe kia kounu, mā mātou te puka uiui e tono atu ki a koe hei whakakīkī. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/assets\/Uploads\/Request-to-withdraw-from-the-NCSP-form.pdf\" title=\"Request-to-withdraw-from-the-NCSP-form\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKei te paetukutuku hoki taua puka uiui.\u003c\/a\u003e Ka mau i a mātou ētahi o ngā taipitopito mōu i te pūnaha me te tohutohu kei whakapā atu anō ki a koe. Ka ūkuia ngā mōhiohio katoa mōu, ōu whakamātau matawai tāwaha kōpū me tōu hītori, i ā mātou mauhanga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIna huri ngā whakaaro, he pai tonu te hono anō ki te hōtaka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te tikanga, kei te rēhita NCSP koe kia whai pōhiri ai, kia karangahia ai kia hoki atu, kia mahara ai ki te matawai e whai atu ana. Ki te kore koe e tino mōhio ana mehemea kei te Rēhita tōu ingoa, tēnā, waea atu ko \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"tel:0800729729\" title=\"waea utukore ki 0800 729 729\" data-mce-href=\"tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e kia mōhio ai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe karere whai tikanga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMā ngā tāngata hauora te matawai tāwaha kōpū. Mehemea he tohumate ōu, he mea nui kia kite wawe rawa nei i tōu kaiwhakarato hauora. Hei tohumate:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete toto rānei, te turuturu toto rānei i waenga i ngā tahenga; i muri rānei i te tūpātanga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete toto rānei, te turuturu toto rānei i muri i te ai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ete mamae tūroa i te papatoiake rānei, i te tīraki rānei \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe pipītanga whano-kē no te tara.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe take kē atu e pupū ake aua tohumate nei, ā, he ouou ngā wā e tohu ana i te mate pukupuku i te tāwaha kōpū. Heoti, me mea nui kia āta tirohia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe mōhiohio kē atu \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi te hiahia koe ki ngā mōhiohio kē atu mō ngā painga o te matawai tāwaha kōpū, mō ōu whiringa kē atu, mō ngā wāhi kia matawaia, ka kitea te nuinga o ngā kōrero i tō mātou paetukutuku \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\"\u003eCervical screening | Time to Screen - National Screening Unit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE āhei ana hoki koe ki te titiro ki te wāhanga tūmataiti o te paetukutuku Time to Screen kia kite ai i ngā taipitopito kōrero e mau tina ai ngā mōhiohio kua kohia e te Hōtaka. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIna hiahia, māu hoki e whakapā atu: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eki te Hōtaka ā-motu mo te Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū, waea utukore \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"tel:0800729729\" title=\"waea utukore ki 0800 729 729\" data-mce-href=\"tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eki tōu tākuta rānei, ki tōu tāpuhi ngaio rānei \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eki ngā pokapū hauora ā-hapori, Māori rānei, ā-Kiwa rānei, wahine rānei • ki ngā whare haumanu o Te Māherehere Whānau \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eki te Tōpū Pukupuku e tata ana. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKitea ai hoki te mātārere nei, me ētahi atu rauemi akoranga hauora ki \u003ca title=\"HealthEd\" href=\"\/home\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHealthEd.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMa te mōhio e piki ai te hauora me te waiora. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44085676671204,"sku":"HE1169","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/Cervicalscreening-UnderstandingtestresultsDLMAORI-HE1169210823.jpg?v=1692753057"},{"product_id":"matawai-kopu-nga-mea-hei-mohio-he1170","title":"Matawai kōpū: ngā mea hei mōhio Colposcopy: what you need to know te reo Māori HE1170","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKia ora, Nau mai\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo ngā mōhiohio nei ma ngā tāngata i tohua atu ki te matawai kōpū. I te nuinga o ngā wā kei te tohu te whakamātautau matawai tāwaha kōpū i ētahi panonitanga o ngā pūtau i te tāwaha kōpū. Tērā pea, he mea tūtohu hoki nā tōu kaiwhakarato hauora kia tirohia te tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa whiwhia koe ki tētahi reta i te whare haumanu matawai kōpū kia whakarite i tētahi tāpuitanga. He tukanga utu kore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe aha te matawai kōpū\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHei te matawai kōpū whakamahia ai te mātanga i te karu whakarahi, arā, i te arotahi kōpū, hei tirotiro, hei hihira i ngā pūtau o te tāwaha. Ka rite te hanga o te arotahi kōpū me tō te karurua whakarahi whai tīrewa. Ka whakarahi i te tirohanga atu ki te tāwaha kōpū kia kitea atu ai ngā panonitanga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea, ka tangohia te tīpako pūtautau iti. E rua noa iho ngā hēkona te roa o te tangohanga atu, engari tērā pea ka iti te hūhi i reira.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe mea haumaru, he mea whai putanga te matawai tāwaha. He mea nui kia taea tu ki te tāpuitanga matawai kōpū, ahakoa kāore he tohumate, ahakoa kua hapū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa taea e ō kaiwhakarato hauora te tautoko i a koe i mua, i te wā, i muri i āu tāpuinga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eI mua i tō tāpuitanga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea ka kotahi haora te roa o tō tāpuitanga, ahakoa 15 meneti noa iho te roa o te matawai kōpū ake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa taea e koe te kawe atu i tētahi hei hoa tautoko ki tō hui pēnei i tō hoa rangatira rānei, he mema whānau rānei, he hoa rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea me hiki koe i tō tāpuitanga ahakoa te take, hei tauira, ki te whakaaro koe kei rere tō mate wahine i te rā o te tāpuitanga, tēnā, waea wawe atu ki te whare haumanu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea me whai kaiwhakawhiti reo koe, tēnā koa, whakamōhio atu ki te whare haumanu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKei i a koe te tikanga mehemea e hiahia ana kia tautokohia koe e tētahi atu, pēnei i tō hoa rangatira rānei, he mema o te whānau rānei, he hoa rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea he pātai āu e pā ana ki tō tāpuitanga, tēnā koa whakapā atu ki te whare haumanu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea he uaua te tae atu ki te tāpuitanga, hei tauira, kāore he ekenga rānei, kāore he kaitiaki tamariki rānei, whakapā atu ki te whare haumanu matawai tāwaha kōpū kia whai ai i ngā taunakitanga e wātea ana.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea he hauātanga tōu e uaua ana rānei, e manawarau ana rānei te mahinga hauora, whakamōhio atu ki te whare haumanu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTēnā koa, whakamōhio atu ki te whare haumanu mehemea e hapū ana koe. E pai ana kia mahia te matawai kōpū i a koe e hapū ana. Heoti, kāore pea e tūtohutia te tīpako pūtautau rānei, te mahi haumanu rānei i te hapūtanga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eI te wā o te matawai kōpū\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa whakamātauria e tētahi mātanga tākuta rānei, e tētahi mātanga nēhi rānei me tētahi nēhi hei āwhina atu i a koe. Mehemea he pātai āu, pātai atu ki te nēhi rānei, ki te mātanga rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tohua koe kia takoto i te moenga me ōu waewae ki ngā tāwaewae. Ka whakatū tata atu he karu whārahi ki te tara. Kāore e pā ki tō tinana. Ka whakauru te mātanga i te whātīrara ki roto i te tara. He huarahi tērā e mārama ai te titiro whārahi i te tāwaha kōpū ma te karu whārahi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa pania e te kaimatawai tētahi wē ki te tāwaha kōpū hei whakakite ake ai i ngā panonitanga pūtau. Ka rongo ētahi i te hūhi iti. Tērā pea ka tangohia he tīpako pūtautau iti o ngā pūtau e kitea ai ngā panonitanga. Hei te mahinga o te tīpako pūtautau, kei rongo koe i te kini tere nei, namu nei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Te matawai kōpū\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1169image_480x480.png?v=1695786235\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHei muri i te matawai kōpū\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI te whare haumanu, ka kōrero atu te mātanga ki a koe i tāna i kite ai i te wā o te matawai kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI ngā rā ruarua e whai atu ana, ka rongo pea i te mamae, he pērā me tō te mate wahine. Me whakatā, me mahi i tāu e mahi ai, ānō e mate wahine ana koe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea kua tangohia te tīpako pūtautau, tērā pea ka iti rānei te toto, ka heke rānei te kea māpau nei i te tara. He māori noa tēnei āhua, ā, te tikanga ka mutu i te wiki.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKia mutu rānō te rere o te toto, kia mahu hoki te tāwaha, tēnā koa:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eme mau ngā kōrē mate wahine, ngā tarau iti mate wahine; KAUA rānei ngā putu taiawa, KAUA rānei ngā kapu marama\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eme hīrere, kaua e kaukau ā-tāpu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekaua e whakamahi i ngā puna kaukau korohūhū me ngā puna kauhoe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekaua e mahimahi rānei, e whakauru rānei i tētahi mea ki roto i te tara.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\\Mehemea ka nui atu rānei te toto i tērā o tō te mate wahine rānei, ka roa atu rānei i te wiki, tēnā koa, waea atu ki te whare haumanu hei whai kupu āwhina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa whakarato te whare haumanu matawai tāwaha kōpū i tētahi reta me ngā whakamārama hei whakatau i āu māharahara, inarā i waho i ngā hāora o te whare haumanu.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe whai putanga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea kua whai koe i te tīpako pūtautau, ka tonoa tō tauira ki te taiwhanga pūtaiao hei rapu i ngā momo panonitanga i tō tāwaha kōpū. Ka whā wiki pea te roa e whiwhi ai ki ngā putanga tīpako pūtautau. Mehemea kāore anō kia whakapā atu ki a koe i te whā wiki, tēnā whakapā atu ki a rātou.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tukua hoki āu putanga ki te Hōtaka ā-Motu Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū, waihoki ki tō kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa whakaatu pea ngā putanga o te matawai tīpako pūtautau kāore he panonitanga o ngā pūtau kei te tāwaha kōpū.I ētahi wā me whai i te matawai kōpū ki te kore ngā putanga o te matawai tīpako pūtautau i te mārama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE whā ngā momo putanga matua o ngā panonitanga pūtau:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe panonitanga māhaki, e mōhiotia ana hoki hei panonitanga pae hakahaka.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe panonitanga tahanga ki te pākaha, e mōhiotia ana hoki hei panonitanga pae teitei.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe panonitanga pūtau reperepe rānei, arā, he adenocarcinoma-in-situ.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe panonitanga e tūtohu ana i te pukupuku tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEhara te nuinga o ngā panonitanga pūtau i te mate pukupuku, engari he mea nui kia hihiratia ngā panonitanga kia tōmua ai te haumanu kei huri hei mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi Haumanu\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI ētahi wā ka tūtohutia kētia he whakamātau matawai tāwaha kōpū rānei, he matawai kōpū rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMa te mātanga e mea atu ki a koe mehemea me whai haumanu i ngā pānonitanga pūtau. Ka hāngai te momo haumanu e whai ai koe:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eki ngā momo pūtau\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eki te wāhanga o te tāwaha kōpū\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eki te nui o te wāhanga o ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa matapaki tahi kōrua ko te mātanga i ngā whiringa haumanu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe whakamātau matawai pai te matawai HPV hei ārai atu i te mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMate pukupuku tāwaha tōpū me te HPV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTata nei te katoa o te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū ka take mai i huaketo tona wawana ā-tangata (HPV). Ko te HPV he huaketo pā noa nei, ka hora i te hononga taupiri ki te kiri me te mahimahi. Ko te nuinga o ngā tāngata ka pāngia ki te mate nei a tōna wā.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe maha noa ngā momo o te HPV, ko te nuinga ehara i te mea huri ki te mate pukupuku, ā, ehara i te mea hei māharahara atu. Te nuinga o ngā huaketo HPV ka ngarongaro noa. Ko ētahi momo HPV anahe ka hua ake ngā panonitanga pūtau kia huri ki te mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe āhua 10 tau nuku atu te roa e whanake ai te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū. Ma te nahanaha o te matawainga tāwaha kōpū i roto i tēnei wā ka kitea ngā panonitanga pūtau me te haumanu tōmua kia kore ai e huri ki te mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo tā te matawai tāwaha, ka whakamātauria te HPV mo te tuatahi, ā, mo te nuinga o ngā tāngata ka taea e koe ake tēnei ma te whakamahi i tētahi paninga teke ngāwari.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe aha ngā pūtake o ngā panonitanga pūtau?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te huaketo tona wawana ā-tangata (HPV) te pūtake matua o ngā panonitanga pūtau me te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū. Ka kitea ngā mōhiohio kē atu e pā ana ki te HPV i te TimeToCervicalScreen.nz rānei, kei roto hoki rānei i ngā mātārere ki HealthEd.govt.nz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Matawai tāwaha kōpū: ngā mea hei mōhio HE1168\" href=\"\/products\/matawai-tawaha-kopu-nga-mea-hei-mohio-he1168\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMatawai Tāwaha Kōpū: Ngā mea hei mōhio, waehere HE1168\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/matawai-waha-kopu-te-marama-ki-nga-putanga-o-te-matawai-tawaha-kopu-he1169\" title=\"Matawai waha kōpū: te mārama ki ngā putanga o te matawai tāwaha kōpū HE1169\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMatawai Tāwaha Kōpū: Te Mārama ki Ngā Putanga Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū, waehere HE1169\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI te nuinga o te wā ka angitu ngā panonitanga pūtau ki te tōmua te haumanu hei pare atu i te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe Hōtaka ā-Motu Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te whāinga o te Hōtaka ā-Motu Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū (NCSP) he whakaiti i te maha o ngā tāngata ka pāngia ki te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI te wā ka whakamātau matawaitia tō tāwaha kōpū ka whakauru atu ki te Hōtaka, hāunga te whiringa kia kounu atu. E taea ana koe te kounu atu i te NCSP ahakoa te wā rānei, ka noho tonu rānei ki te Rēhita, engari ka kōwhiria kia mutu te whiwhi atu i ngā kōrero. Ka taea e koe ki te whakapā atu ki te Hōtaka mō ngā whiringa nei, ā, ki te kounu atu koe, ka tukua atu e mātou i tētahi puka hei whakakī māu. Kei tā mātou paetukutuku hoki te puka.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMō ngā mōhiohio kē atu e pā ana ki te urunga ki te Hōtaka ā-Motu Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū, waea atu \u003ca title=\"waea atu 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHe mōhiohio anō\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea he pātai āu e pā ana ki ngā mōhiohio o te mātārere nei:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etirohia te paetukutuku \u003ca title=\"TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" href=\"http:\/\/www.TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewhakapā atu ki te Hōtaka ā-Motu mo te Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū \u003ca title=\"waea atu 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etirohia te paetukutuku mātauranga hauora \u003ca title=\"HealthEd\" href=\"\/home\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHealthEd.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMo te roanga atu o ngā kōrero, me te kite atu e tika ana āu taipitopito, kōrero ki tō kaiwhakarato hauora rānei, ki teRēhita-NCSP rānei. Waea utukore \u003ca title=\"waea atu 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e rānei, mā te īmēra \u003ca href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" title=\"īmēra info@ncspregister.health.nz\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTirohia te wāhanga tūmataiti kei te paetukutuku Time to Screen mō te whakahaeretanga o ngā kohinga taipitopito kōrero e te Hōtaka.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44086138437860,"sku":"HE1170","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/Colposcopy-WhatyouneedtoknowDLMAORI-HE1170210823.jpg?v=1692753164"},{"product_id":"matawai-waha-kopu-to-matawainga-to-whiringai-cervical-screening-your-test-your-choice-te-reo-maori-he1171","title":"Matawai waha kōpū: tō matawainga, tō whiringai Cervical screening: your test, your choice te reo Māori HE1171","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKua kore te matawai tāwaha kōpū e ngāwari atu!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTukutuku ai ngā whakamātau wawana ā-tangata [HPV] hei whiringa rere kē. Arā hoki te paninga teke, arā, na te ngāwari ka taea e koe ake. He tika rawa hei whakakite ake i te HPV, arā, i taua take o te 95% o ngā pukupuku tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa hōrapa te HPV mā te taupiri kiri ki te kiri me te mahimahi. Ka pokea kia 80% o ngā tāngata pakeke ki te HPV i tētahi wā o te oranga. Ngarongaro ake ai te nuinga o aua pokenga, engari ka mārō ētahi momo HPV e puta ake ai pea te mate pukupuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMa te aha au e mōhio ai au me matawai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eE māraurau ana koe kia matawaitia mehemea:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehe tangata whai tāwaha kōpū\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ei te 25 ki te 69 tau te pakeke;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ei te mahimahi ināianei, ā, i te mahimahi i mua.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKāore he tikanga kē o ngā whāinga aitanga rānei, o te tuakiri ā-ira rānei. Kāore hoki he tikanga kē mehemea kāore anō kia ai i te wā roa. Mehemea he tāwaha kōpū tōu, me whakamātau, ka tika.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMehemea he pokanga kōpū whakatepe tōu (arā, kua tangohia te kōpū me te tāwaha) me kōrero ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora mehemea he matawainga hei whāinga māu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTe whakamātau matawai HPV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKua kore te matawai tāwaha kōpū e ngāwari atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eE rua hoki ngā huarahi hei whakamātau atu:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWHIRINGA 1: Te paninga teke\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa tika tēnei mo te nuinga o ngā tāngata. Ka tohua atu ki a koe mehemea he whakamātau kē e tika ana mōu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA) Māu e mahi hei whakamātau whaiaro\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI te nuinga o ngā wā, mahia ai tēnei i te koko tūmataiti o te wāhi matawai. Tērā pea ka tohua atu e ngā kaimahi matawai ki ētahi atu wāhi rānei o te hapori, ki te taiwhanga kānekeneke rānei, ā, kia haria rānei ngā taputapu whakamātautau ki te kāinga.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eB) Ma te tūngaio hauora koe e āwhina\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa tīkina ake te tīpako i te teke ki te paninga. Whakamātauria ai te tīpako paninga teke hei rapu i te HPV anake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKi te kore te HPV e kitea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa rima ngā tau i mua i te whakamātau matawai anō (ka toru tau rānei mehemea he tangata awhikiri pahara koe).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKi te HPV e kitea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eE ai ki te momo HPV kua kitea, tērā pea me tiki atu te tīpako tāwaha (tērā i huaina ai hei whakamātau paninga i mua) hei rapu i ngā panonitanga pūtau, ā, tērā pea, ka tohua rānei koe hei whakatau mehemea he panonitanga o te tāwaha kōpū e whai haumanu atu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cervicalselftestmaori.nz\/\" title=\"Cervical self test Māori\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/cervicalselftestmaori.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCervicalSelfTestMaori.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWHIRINGA 2: He tīpako o te tāwaha kōpū\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHuaina ai tēnei hei whakamātau paninga i mua. Tērā pea ka tohua mō ētahi tāngata, ā, māu anō rānei e whiriwhiri ina hiahia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa tīkina atu te tīpako tāwaha e te tūngaio hauora\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa mahia i te whare haumanu rānei, i ngā wāhi hapori rānei, i te taiwhanga kānekeneke rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa tīkina ake e te kaimatawai te tīpako pūtau i te tāwaha ki te whātīrara me te paraihe iti.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa mātua whakamātauria te tīpako hei rapu i te HPV, ā, ina kitea atu, ka huri ki te rapu i ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKi te kore te HPV e kitea\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eKa rima ngā tau i mua i te whakamātau matawai anō (ka toru tau rānei mehemea he tangata awhikiri pahara koe).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKi te HPV e kitea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa āta tirohia taua tīpako hei rapu atu i ngā panonitanga pūtau. E ai ki ngā putanga ake, tērā pea ka tohua koe ki te whakamātau ā-whātīrara hei whakatau mehemea he panonitanga o te tāwaha kōpū e whai haumanu atua.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cervicalsamplemaori.nz\/\" title=\"Cervical self test Māori\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/cervicalsamplemaori.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCervicalSampleMaori.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1168TewhakamataumatawaiHPV_480x480.jpg?v=1695009894\" alt=\"Te whakamātau matawai HPV\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1168TewhakamataumatawaiHPV_480x480.jpg?v=1695009894\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEhara te Hōtaka ā-Motu o te Matawai Tāwaha Kōpū (NCSP) i te mea tahua kikī. Heoi, he matawai utukore mō ngā wāhine me ngā tāngata whai tāwaha:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe pakeke ake rānei i te 29 tau, kua kore rānei e matawaitia, he tarepa rānei te matawai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe whakamātau tukurua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe kāri Ratonga ā-Hapori tāna \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehe Māori rānei, he Tangata ā-Kiwa rānei.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMehemea he hoa rānei, he mema whānau rānei tōu e māraurau ana kia whakamātauria, tuarihia tēnei taipitopito me te whākī atu i ngā kōrero e pā ana ki te matawai whaiaro HPV hōu. Tērā pea ka ora rātou i reira!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa whai putanga\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKi te kore te HPV e kitea i te tīpako, hei aha te matawai anō kia 5 ngā tau (kia 3 rānei ngā tau mehemea he tangata awhikiri pahara koe).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHe tata nei ki te 90% o ngā tāngata i matawaitia KĀORE e pāngia ki te HPV.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMehemea ka kitea te HPV, ka āta tirohia atu kei kitea ngā panonitanga pūtau e huri ai hei mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū. Ka whakaritea ngā whāinga atu e ai ki te momo HPV ka kitea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTērā pea, ka tohua koe kia hoki atu hei tango i te tīpako pūtau tāwaha (mehemea he paninga te whakamātau tuatahi). Tērā pea, ka tohua rānei koe ki te whakamātau ā-whātīrara, ā, ma te mātanga e mahi ki te karu whakarahi. I ētahi wā ka tangohia ngā tīpako pūtautau. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKo te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū tētahi o ngā mate pukupuku e nui ana te pare atu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI waenga i ngā tāngata 180 ka tautohua me te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū i ia tau, i ia tau, ka tata nei ki te 85% kāore anō kia whakamātauria, kāore rānei e nahanaha ana te whakamātautau atu. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMa te matawai HPV hōu me te kano ārai mate HPV, ka ngana a Aotearoa ki te whakakore i te mate pukupuku tāwaha kōpū.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHei mōhiohio kē atu\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRapua ētahi atu kōrero e pā ana ki te matawai tāwaha kōpū, ki ōu whiringa, ki hea tāpui ai i tētahi whakaritenga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMa te waea utu-kore \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800729729\" title=\"waea ki 0800 729 729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e rānei, te toro rānei ki te paetukutuku \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa kitea hoki ngā taipitopito kōrero e pā ana ki te whakahaeretanga whakahaumaru i ngā kōrero i te paetukutuku.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKo te tikanga, kei te rēhita NCSP koe kia whai pōhiri ai, kia karangahia ai kia hoki atu, kia mahara ai ki te matawai e whai atu ana. Ki te kore koe e tino mōhio ana mehemea kei te Rēhita tōu ingoa, tēnā, waea atu ko \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800729729\" title=\"waea ki 0800 729 729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e kia mōhio ai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44087720706276,"sku":"HE1171","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/Cervicalscreening-Yourtest_yourchoiceDLMAORI-HE1171210823.jpg?v=1692753113"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-self-test-what-you-need-to-know-for-maori-he1172","title":"Cervical screening self-test: what you need to know Te matawai tāwaha kōpū whakamātau-whaiaro te reo Māori HE1172","description":"\u003ch3\u003eNgā mea hei mōhio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe whakamātau huaketo tona wawana ā-tangata (HPV)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe mea ngāwari te tiki tīpako matawai tāwaha ki te whakamātau paninga tara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMāu ake tēnei e mahi i te tāpuinga matawai i te koko tūmataiti rānei, i te wharepaku rānei. Tērā pea ka mārohirohi ngā kaimatawai i ngā wāhi kē atu rānei o te hapori, i te taiwhanga kānekeneke rānei, ā, kia hari rānei i ngā taputapu whakamātau ki te kāinga. Kōrero atu ki a rātou i te whiringa e pai ana mōu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI te whakamātau nei, ka tiki ake i te tīpako i te tara, kāore e tīkina i te tāwaha. He mea tere, he mea ngāwari, ā, ko te tikanga, kāore hoki e anipā.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi te hiahia koe ki te tangata whakawhiti reo, me whākī atu i te wā o te whakaritenga o te tāpuinga. Mehemea he hanga hauā tōu, ā, me āta tautoko i te whakamātauranga, tēna, whakamōhiotia atu ki te kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea, i mua rā, kua tīkina kētia te tīpako tāwaha i a koe (huaina ai ko te whakamātau paninga i mua). Tērā pea, ka tohua tonutia mō ētahi tāngata, ā, māu tonu te huarahi nei e whiriwhiri ina hiahia. Ka mātua whakamātauria te tīpako mehemea he HPV, nā, ko te painga, mehemea he HPV ka rapua hoki ngā panonitanga pūtau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTēnā, āta kōrero atu ki te kaiwhakarato hauora hei whiriwhiri i te mea e tika ana mōu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe mahi i tōu whakamātau-whaiaro\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIna whirihia te whakamātau-whaiaro, ka hoatu te kete whakamātau ki a koe me ngā tohutohu taipitopito hei mahi atu. Mehemea he pātai rānei, he hanga uaua rānei o te whakamātau, tēnā, īnoia atu te āwhina i tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMe whakatau rawa te tika o ōu ake taipitopito i te waitohu me te puka hauora, ā, me tāpiri ngā mea e hipa ana. Tērā pea he mea anō hei whakakī atu, he pērā me te rā whakamātau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKa aha ina hē te mahi?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe ngāwari rawa te tiki atu i tōu ake tīpako. Ka rite te tika o te tīpako whaiaro ki tō te tīpako a te kaiwhakarato hauora. He iti rawa te tūponotanga e hē ai āu mahi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHe pai noa te whai tonu i te whakamātau mehemea:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekua pā ngā matikara ki te pito ūkui o te tīpani (ahakoa he pai ake mehemea kāore i pā atu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekua uru te tīpani ki roto i te tara, engari kāore koe i te mōhio mehemea kua rahi te urunga ake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIna taka te paninga, me whakamōhio atu ki te kaiwhakarato hauora hei tono i te kete whakamātau-whaiaro hou hei whakakapinga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 1.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoroia ngā ringa ki te hopi me te wai, ka tauera ai kia maroke pū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 2.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKei roto i te wāhi tūmataiti, whirihia te taunga e pai ana hei tiki i te tīpako. Tērā pea ka noho rānei, ka tū rānei, ka takoto rānei, ka koromeke rānei. Ki te kore koe e tangatanga i tētahi, īnoia atu te āwhina o tōu kaiwhakarato hauora. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 3.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnuhia te ngongo mau tīpani i te pēke. Kātahi ka unuhia te tīpani i te ngongo. Tērā pea me pupuri te ngongo, ka whakahurihuri ai i te kōpani hei tīhae i te here pepa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTēnā, kia tūpato kei pā atu te pito o te tīpani ki ngā matikara rānei, ki tētahi aha rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 4.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePuritia te tīpani ki waenganui, ā, whakamahia te ringa e wātea ana hei whakatuhera i te tara, ka āta whakauru ai i te pito o te tīpani ki roto kia 4-5 hm (he pērā me te roa o te kōnui, ānō kei te whakauru i te puru taiawa).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi te nuinga o ngā tāngata, he mea ngāwari, he mea hāneanea. Ina mamae, me āta unu rānei te tīpani kia tangatanga ai, me īnoi rānei ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora kia āwhina atu i a koe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 5.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHurihurihia te tīpani kia 4 ngā wā (e 20 hēkona pea te roa), me te āta hārau atu ki ngā taha o te tara, kātahi ka unuhia te tīpani.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 6.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHei te tangohanga iho i te tīpako, ata tirohia ngā tohutohu o te kete hei whakaoti i te whakamātau. Me kikī rawa te kōpani o te tīpako, kia pai ai te here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 7.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhakarērea ngā toenga ki te ipu para, ka hōroi ai i ngā ringaringa ki te hopi me te wai, kātahi ka tauera kia maroke pū ai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 8.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurua te tīpako me te puka hauora ki roto i te pēke, ka herea ai. Kātahi ka whakahokia ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea he rerenga kētanga o te momo whakamātau paninga whaiaro o te aratohu nei i tō te aratohu a tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1186Matawaiwahakoputemahiitewhakamatau-whaiaro_8316cfb2-47ab-4f07-8812-029c57822d55_480x480.jpg?v=1695099119\" alt=\"Te mahi i tōu whakamātau-whaiaro\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTe ahunga ki mua \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea kua mahi i te whakamātau-whaiaro i tētahi atu wāhi kē atu i te whare haumanu, kāore pea koe e āhei ki te whakahoki tika i te tīpako, engari he pai hoki te rokiroki ki te pākiri ā-rūma tae noa ki taua wā. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa tono atu tōu kaiwhakarato hauora i te tīpako ki te taiwhanga pūtaiao hei mahi i te whakamātau HPV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa whakapā atu tētahi ki a koe hei whakamōhio atu i ngā putanga ki a koe, i te nuinga o ngā wā, i te 1 ki te 2 o ngā wiki. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi te whakaatu ngā putanga i te HPV (arā, ko ngā putanga o te 10% noa iho o ngā tāngata kua matawaia), EHARA i te mea he mate pukupuku tōu, ehara rānei i te mea ka whanake ake te mate pukupuku, otirā ka tohua koe ki ētahi atu mahi hihira. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKa hāngai ngā mahi hei whai atu ki te momo HPV kua kitea. Tērā pea ka tohua rānei koe ki te whakamātau ā-whātīrara (huaina ai i mua ko te whakamātau paninga), ka tohua rānei koe ki te mātanga hei mahi i te matawai kōpū, kia tirotiro whārahi ki ngā pūtau o te tāwaha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMehemea he hoa rānei, he mema whānau rānei tōu e māraurau ana kia whakamātauria, tuarihia tēnei taipitopito me te whākī atu i ngā kōrero e pā ana ki te matawai whaiaro HPV hōu. Tērā pea ka ora rātou i reira!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\"\u003eCervical screening | Time to Screen - National Screening Unit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44087758520548,"sku":"HE1172","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/CervicalscreeningSELF-TEST-WhatyouneedtoknowA5leafletMAORI-HE1172210823.jpg?v=1692753141"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-how-to-do-the-hpv-self-test-te-reo-maori-a4-portrait-poster-he1173","title":"Matawai waha kōpū: te mahi i te whakamātau-whaiaro Cervical screening: how to do the HPV self-test te reo Māori A4 portrait poster HE1173","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKa āwhina te aratohu nei i a koe kia tiki koe ake i te tīpako tara.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mehemea he āwangawanga ōu i te whakamātau rānei, i te aha rā rānei, tēnā, īnoia atu te āwhina i tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIna whirihia te whakamātau-whaiaro, ka hoatu te kete whakamātau ki a koe me ngā tohutohu taipitopito hei mahi atu. Mehemea he pātai rānei, he hanga uaua rānei o te whakamātau, tēnā, īnoia atu te āwhina i tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMe whakatau rawa te tika o ōu ake taipitopito i te waitohu me te puka hauora, ā, me tāpiri ngā mea e hipa ana. Tērā pea he mea anō hei whakakī atu, he pērā me te rā whakamātau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKa aha ina hē te mahi?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe ngāwari rawa te tiki atu i tōu ake tīpako. Ka rite te tika o te tīpako whaiaro ki tō te tīpako a te kaiwhakarato hauora. He iti rawa te tūponotanga e hē ai āu mahi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHe pai noa te whai tonu i te whakamātau mehemea:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekua pā ngā matikara ki te pito ūkui o te tīpani (ahakoa he pai ake mehemea kāore i pā atu)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ekua uru te tīpani ki roto i te tara, engari kāore koe i te mōhio mehemea kua rahi te urunga ake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIna taka te paninga, me whakamōhio atu ki te kaiwhakarato hauora hei tono i te kete whakamātau-whaiaro hou hei whakakapinga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 1.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoroia ngā ringa ki te hopi me te wai, ka tauera ai kia maroke pū.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 2.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKei roto i te wāhi tūmataiti, whirihia te taunga e pai ana hei tiki i te tīpako. Tērā pea ka noho rānei, ka tū rānei, ka takoto rānei, ka koromeke rānei. Ki te kore koe e tangatanga i tētahi, īnoia atu te āwhina o tōu kaiwhakarato hauora. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 3.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnuhia te ngongo mau tīpani i te pēke. Kātahi ka unuhia te tīpani i te ngongo. Tērā pea me pupuri te ngongo, ka whakahurihuri ai i te kōpani hei tīhae i te here pepa. Tēnā, kia tūpato kei pā atu te pito o te tīpani ki ngā matikara rānei, ki tētahi aha rānei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 4.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePuritia te tīpani ki waenganui, ā, whakamahia te ringa e wātea ana hei whakatuhera i te tara, ka āta whakauru ai i te pito o te tīpani ki roto kia 4-5 hm (he pērā me te roa o te kōnui, ānō kei te whakauru i te puru taiawa).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKi te nuinga o ngā tāngata, he mea ngāwari, he mea hāneanea. Ina mamae, me āta unu rānei te tīpani kia tangatanga ai, me īnoi rānei ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora kia āwhina atu i a koe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 5.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHurihurihia te tīpani kia 4 ngā wā (e 20 hēkona pea te roa), me te āta hārau atu ki ngā taha o te tara, kātahi ka unuhia te tīpani.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 6.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHei te tangohanga iho i te tīpako, ata tirohia ngā tohutohu o te kete hei whakaoti i te whakamātau. Me kikī rawa te kōpani o te tīpako, kia pai ai te here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 7.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhakarērea ngā toenga ki te ipu para, ka hōroi ai i ngā ringaringa ki te hopi me te wai, kātahi ka tauera kia maroke pū ai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMahi 8.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurua te tīpako me te puka hauora ki roto i te pēke, ka herea ai. Kātahi ka whakahokia ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTērā pea he rerenga kētanga o te momo whakamātau paninga whaiaro o te aratohu nei i tō te aratohu a tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1173Temahiitewhakamatau-whaiaro_480x480.jpg?v=1695094141\" alt=\"Te mahi i tōu mahi whakamātau-whaiaro\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Time to cervical screen\" href=\"http:\/\/TimetoCervicalScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44087768613092,"sku":"HE1173","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/Cervicalscreening-Howtodotheself-testA4PORTRAITposterMAORI-HE1173230823.jpg?v=1692753023"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-how-to-do-the-hpv-self-test-te-reo-maori-a3-portrait-poster-he1174","title":"Cervical screening: how to do the HPV self-test Matawai waha kōpū: te mahi i te whakamātau-whaiaro te reo Māori A3 portrait poster HE1174","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKa āwhina te aratohu nei i a koe kia tiki koe ake i te tīpako tara.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mehemea he āwangawanga ōu i te whakamātau rānei, i te aha rā rānei, tēnā, īnoia atu te āwhina i tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIna whirihia te whakamātau-whaiaro, ka hoatu te kete whakamātau ki a koe me ngā tohutohu taipitopito hei mahi atu. Mehemea he pātai rānei, he hanga uaua rānei o te whakamātau, tēnā, īnoia atu te āwhina i tōu kaiwhakarato hauora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMe whakatau rawa te tika o ōu ake taipitopito i te waitohu me te puka hauora, ā, me tāpiri ngā mea e hipa ana. Tērā pea he mea anō hei whakakī atu, he pērā me te rā whakamātau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKa aha ina hē te mahi?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHe ngāwari rawa te tiki atu i tōu ake tīpako. Ka rite te tika o te tīpako whaiaro ki tō te tīpako a te kaiwhakarato hauora. 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Tērā pea ka noho rānei, ka tū rānei, ka takoto rānei, ka koromeke rānei. Ki te kore koe e tangatanga i tētahi, īnoia atu te āwhina o tōu kaiwhakarato hauora. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 3.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnuhia te ngongo mau tīpani i te pēke. Kātahi ka unuhia te tīpani i te ngongo. 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Ina mamae, me āta unu rānei te tīpani kia tangatanga ai, me īnoi rānei ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora kia āwhina atu i a koe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 5.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHurihurihia te tīpani kia 4 ngā wā (e 20 hēkona pea te roa), me te āta hārau atu ki ngā taha o te tara, kātahi ka unuhia te tīpani.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 6.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHei te tangohanga iho i te tīpako, ata tirohia ngā tohutohu o te kete hei whakaoti i te whakamātau. Me kikī rawa te kōpani o te tīpako, kia pai ai te here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 7.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhakarērea ngā toenga ki te ipu para, ka hōroi ai i ngā ringaringa ki te hopi me te wai, kātahi ka tauera kia maroke pū ai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 8.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePurua te tīpako me te puka hauora ki roto i te pēke, ka herea ai. 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Ina mamae, me āta unu rānei te tīpani kia tangatanga ai, me īnoi rānei ki tōu kaiwhakarato hauora kia āwhina atu i a koe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 5.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHurihurihia te tīpani kia 4 ngā wā (e 20 hēkona pea te roa), me te āta hārau atu ki ngā taha o te tara, kātahi ka unuhia te tīpani.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 6.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHei te tangohanga iho i te tīpako, ata tirohia ngā tohutohu o te kete hei whakaoti i te whakamātau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMe kikī rawa te kōpani o te tīpako, kia pai ai te here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 7.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhakarērea ngā toenga ki te ipu para, ka hōroi ai i ngā ringaringa ki te hopi me te wai, kātahi ka tauera kia maroke pū ai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMahi 8.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePurua te tīpako me te puka hauora ki roto i te pēke, ka herea ai. 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The virus is very common and is spread by intimate skin-to-skin contact or any sexual activity. Almost all adults will have HPV at some stage in their lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost cases of HPV usually clear by themselves but some types of the virus can persist and go on to cause cell changes that may in time turn into cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt usually takes 10 years or more for cervical cancer to develop. Regular screening can find people at increased risk of developing cell changes so that if changes happen, they can be treated, often before they become cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many stages between HPV infection, cell changes and cancer. Having HPV does not mean you have cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1161Fig1_480x480.jpg?v=1693803737\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1161Fig1_480x480.jpg?v=1693803737\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAround 90% of people screened will NOT have HPV found and can just continue to have regular screening. \u003cbr\u003eAbout 10% of people screened will have HPV and will need further checks.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout cervical screening\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlong with being vaccinated against HPV, regular cervical screening reduces illness and death from cervical cancer. Being part of the National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) and having regular screening is the best way to protect yourself from cervical cancer so you can stay healthy for yourself and your family. \u003cstrong\u003eCervical Screening is now free for Pacific women. Please contact your provider. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere’s now a quick and easy cervical screening test that most people will only need every 5 years, with an option of doing it as a self-test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPV test is very sensitive and accurate at detecting the virus that causes most cervical cancers. It will identify the 10% of those screened who are at increased risk of developing precancerous cervical cell changes; allowing early treatment and preventing more cervical cancers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new method of cervical screening looks for a common virus called human papillomavirus (HPV) which causes more than 95% of cervical cancers. The test is just as good whether you do it yourself, get your healthcare provider to help, or have a cervical sample taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know if I need screening?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are recommended to have screening if you are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea woman or person with a cervix;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged between 25 and 69;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esexually active now, or have ever been.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve had a total hysterectomy (removal of the uterus and cervix) check with your healthcare provider to see if you still need to have screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re pregnant, it is safe to do the test. If you’ve got your period, you can still have a screening test, as long as bleeding isn’t too heavy because this could affect the test result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eOf the 180 people diagnosed with cervical cancer every year, around 85% have never been screened or have not had regular screening.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening has never been easier. You have choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYour HPV testing options\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e1: Vaginal swab\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will be suitable for most people. You will be advised if a different test is appropriate for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA) As a self-test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUsually done in a private area at your screening appointment. Some screen-takers may offer community-based locations, a mobile unit, or a take-home option.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB) A trained health professional can assist you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA sample is collected from your vagina using a swab. The vaginal swab sample is tested only for HPV. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDepending on the type of HPV detected, you may need to have a cervical sample taken (what used to be called a smear test) to check for any cell changes or, you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca title=\"See instructions\" href=\"http:\/\/cervicalselftest.nz\/\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervicalSelfTest.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e2: Cervical sample\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously called a smear test. This may be recommended for some people, and you can still choose this option if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cervical sample is taken by a trained health professional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be done in clinical or community-based locations, or in a mobile unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour screen-taker will take a sample of cells from your cervix using a speculum and small brush. The sample is first tested for HPV and, if HPV is found, it will also be checked for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe same sample will be checked for any cell changes. Depending on the results, you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca title=\"See instructions\" href=\"http:\/\/cervicalsample.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervicalSample.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"HPV test options\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1175diagram_480x480.jpg?v=1695096308\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I join the cervical screening programme?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdate your contact details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYou need to be on the NCSP-Register to get an invitation, recalls, and reminders to screen. If you are not sure if you are on the Register, call \u003ca title=\"Call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e to check.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFind out more about cervical screening\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFind out more about cervical screening, your options, and where to book an appointment by free phoning \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" title=\"Call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or visit \u003ca title=\"Time to cervical screen\" href=\"http:\/\/www.TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTell a friend or family member about cervical screening\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIf you have a friend or family member who is eligible for cervical screening, share this information and tell them about the new HPV self-test. It might just save their life!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePausing screening or withdrawing from the NCSP\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose to withdraw from the NCSP at any time, or you can remain on the Register but opt out of receiving any communications. You can contact the Programme about either of these options and if you decide to withdraw, we will send you a form to complete. You can also find the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/assets\/Uploads\/Request-to-withdraw-from-the-NCSP-form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Request to withdraw from NCSP\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eform\u003c\/a\u003e on our website. We will keep some of your identity details in our system with a note not to contact you again. All information about your cervical screening tests and history will be removed from our records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can rejoin the programme anytime if you change your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSee the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/data-and-privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Privacy section on the Time to Screen website\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eprivacy section on the Time to Screen website\u003c\/a\u003e for details on how information collected by the Programme is securely managed.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are fearfully and wonderfully made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWe wish you well on your journey and send you all our love, alofa, aro’a, hanisi, loloma, ofa, tekeraoi.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44089461670116,"sku":"HE1175","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/CS_Booklet_Thumbnail.jpg?v=1691701747"},{"product_id":"ask-about-the-new-cervical-screening-test-te-reo-maori-a4-portrait-poster-he1184-1","title":"Ask about the new cervical screening test te reo Māori A4 portrait poster HE1184","description":"\u003cp\u003eHei tuku pātai i te\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWHAKAMĀTAU\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMATAWAI TĀWAHA HOU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe Haumaru\u003cbr\u003eHe Tika\u003cbr\u003eMāu anō Koe e Kuhu\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRapua ngā kōrero kē atu ki \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Cervical screening\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44089463111908,"sku":"HE1184","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/AskaboutthenewcervicalscreeningtestA4PORTRAITposterMAORI-HE1184230823.jpg?v=1692752886"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-a-talanoa-about-your-choices-a3-portrait-poster-he1190","title":"Cervical screening: a talanoa about your choices English A3 portrait poster HE1190","description":"Ask about the \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003enew\u003c\/span\u003e test options","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44089464586468,"sku":"HE1190","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/CS_Poster_Thumbnail.jpg?v=1691701910"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-your-test-your-choice-english-rainbow-he1191","title":"Cervical screening: your test, your choice English - Rainbow - HE1191","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCervical screening has never been easier!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman papillomavirus (HPV) testing offers a range of options, including a simple vaginal swab test that’s so easy you can do it yourself. The test is very accurate at detecting HPV, which causes more than 95% of cervical cancers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHPV is passed on through intimate skin-to-skin contact and any sexual activity. 80% of adults will have HPV at some time in their lives. Most cases clear up by themselves, but some can persist and cause cell changes over time that may turn into cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know if I need screening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are eligible for cervical screening if you are: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea person with a cervix; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged between 25 and 69; \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esexually active now, or have ever been.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes no difference what your sexuality or gender identity is, or if you have not been sexually active for a long time. If you have a cervix, it’s best to get tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you’ve had a total hysterectomy (removal of the uterus and cervix) check with your healthcare provider to see if you still need to have screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe HPV screening test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening has never been easier. There are two ways to do the test:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1191Figure1rainbow_480x480.png?v=1706750165\" alt=\"Explanation and diagrams about two ways to do HPV screening\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1191Figure1rainbow_480x480.png?v=1706750165\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTION 1: Vaginal\/Genital swab\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will be suitable for most people. You will be advised if a different test is appropriate for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA) You can do it as a self-test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUsually done in a private area at your screening appointment. Some screen-takers may offer community-based locations, a mobile unit, or a take-home option.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB) A trained health professional can assist you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA sample is collected from your vagina\/genitals using a swab. The swab sample is tested only for HPV. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDepending on the type of HPV detected, you may need to have a cervical sample taken (what used to be called a smear test) to check for any cell changes or you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cervicalselftest.nz\/\" title=\"See instructions\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervicalSelfTest.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTION 2: Cervical sample\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously called a smear test. This may be recommended for some people, and you can still choose this option if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cervical sample is taken by a trained health professional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be done in clinical or community-based locations, or in a mobile unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour screen-taker will take a sample of cells from your cervix using a speculum and small brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sample is first tested for HPV and, if HPV is found, it will also be checked for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe same sample will be checked for any cell changes. Depending on the results, you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cervicalsample.nz\/\" title=\"See guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCervicalSample.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) is not fully funded. However, free screening is available for people with a cervix who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare aged 30 or over and have never had a screening test or are under-screened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erequire follow-up testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehold a Community Services Card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare Māori or Pacific.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking care of the parts you have is so important - if you have a cervix, get screened!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting your results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf HPV isn’t found, you won’t need another cervical screening test for 5 years (3 years if you’re immune deficient).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround 90% of people screened will be found NOT to have HPV. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf HPV \u003cem\u003eis\u003c\/em\u003e found, further checks will be done to make sure it hasn’t caused cell changes that could lead to cervical cancer. The recommended follow-up will depend on the type of HPV detected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be asked to return to have a cervical cell sample (if your first test was done as a swab). Or you may be referred for colposcopy, done by a specialist. This is an examination of your cervix using a special microscope. Sometimes tissue samples (a biopsy) will be taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOf the 180 people diagnosed with cervical cancer every year, around 85% have never been screened or have not had regular screening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the new HPV test and HPV vaccination, Aotearoa New Zealand aims to eliminate cervical cancer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind out more about cervical screening, your options, and where to book an appointment. Freephone \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800729729\" title=\"call 0800 729 729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" title=\"Time to cervical screen\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also find the details about how we look after your information on the privacy section of this website.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need to be on the NCSP-Register to get an invitation, recalls and reminders to screen. If you are not sure if you are on the Register, call \u003ca href=\"Tel:0800729729\" title=\"call 0800 729 729\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto check.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44298767433956,"sku":"HE1191","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1191thumbnail.png?v=1699491457"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-what-you-need-to-know-english-rainbow-he1192","title":"Cervical screening: what you need to know English - Rainbow - HE1192","description":"\u003ch3\u003eKia ora and welcome\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening looks for the human papillomavirus (HPV) that causes most cervical\u003cbr\u003ecancers. You can do the test yourself, usually in a private area at your screening appointment, or you can ask for help to get it done. Some screen-takers may offer other locations, including community settings, mobile units and even taking the test home to do and return. This won’t be the case for all healthcare providers so check what options are available in your area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy having regular screening (usually every 5 years) and being immunised against HPV, you can protect yourself against cervical cancer. This way you can stay healthy for yourself and your whānau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know if I'm eligible for cervical screening?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening is recommended if you are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea person with a cervix;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eaged between 25 and 69;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esexually active or have ever been.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt makes no difference what your sexuality or gender identity is, or if you have not been\u003cbr\u003esexually active for a long time. If you have a cervix, get tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you’ve had a total hysterectomy (removal of the uterus and cervix) check with your healthcare provider to see if you still need to have screening.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re pregnant, it is safe to do the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve got your period, you can still have a screening test, as long as bleeding isn’t too heavy because this could affect the test result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFunding for screening\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP) is not fully funded. However, screening is free for people with a cervix who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare aged 30 or over and have never had a screening test or are under-screened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erequire follow-up testing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehold a Community Services Card\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eare Māori or Pacific.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere do I go for cervical screening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour choices include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour usual doctor or nurse at a GP clinic, if you have one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMāori, Pacific or community health centres\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoutreach services, like marae or mobile units\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily Planning clinics\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esexual health services (as part of a full consult visit).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome healthcare providers may offer a take-home option, talk to them if this is of interest to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may take a support person with you to your appointment. When booking, mention if you need an interpreter or if you have a disability that means you need support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often do I need cervical screening?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening is recommended every 5 years for most people (or 3-yearly if you are immune deficient). In some circumstances, you may need to have a test more often. Your healthcare provider will discuss this with you if you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe screening gap is safe because if you don’t have HPV, your risk of developing cell changes that may lead to cancer is very low. However, it is important to continue to have regular screening as long as you remain eligible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHPV and cervical cancer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost all cervical cancer is caused by HPV. The virus is very common and is spread by intimate skin-to-skin contact or any sexual activity (not just penetrative sex).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost adults, who have been sexually active, will have HPV at some time in their lives. The body usually clears the virus, but some types can persist and go on to cause cell changes that may, over time, turn into cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving HPV does not mean you have cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical cancer usually takes 10 or more years to develop. There are many stages between getting the virus, cell changes and cancer. Regular screening can find cell changes early so they can be treated before they become cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Figure 1. Grades of cervical cell changes\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1162image1_27236365-e845-4f70-ab4f-e9aef145e1f6_480x480.jpg?v=1693977310\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe HPV screening test\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening has never been easier. There are two ways to do the test:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1191Figure1rainbow_480x480.png?v=1706750165\" alt=\"Description of two ways of doing HPV testing, with diagrams\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTION 1: Vaginal\/Genital swab\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis will be suitable for most people. You will be advised if a different test is appropriate for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA) You can do it as a self-test\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUsually done in a private area at your screening appointment. Some screen-takers may offer community-based locations, a mobile unit, or a take-home option.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eB) A trained health professional can assist you\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA sample is collected from your vagina\/genitals using a swab. The swab sample is tested only for HPV. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDepending on the type of HPV detected, you may need to have a cervical sample taken (what used to be called a smear test) to check for any cell changes or you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" href=\"http:\/\/cervicalselftest.nz\/\" title=\"See instructions\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervicalSelfTest.nz\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOPTION 2: Cervical sample\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously called a smear test. This may be recommended for some people, and you can still choose this option if you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cervical sample is taken by a trained health professional\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can be done in clinical or community-based locations, or in a mobile unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour screen-taker will take a sample of cells from your cervix using a speculum and small brush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sample is first tested for HPV and, if HPV is found, it will also be checked for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is not found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYour next screening test will be in 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf HPV is found\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe same sample will be checked for any cell changes. Depending on the results, you may be referred to colposcopy to see if there are any changes to the cervix that may need treatment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" href=\"http:\/\/cervicalsample.nz\/\" title=\"See guide\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCervicalSample.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGetting your result\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour HPV result will usually come back within 1 to 2 weeks. Talk to your healthcare provider about how you’d like to be contacted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost test results are normal. Around 90% of people screened won’t have HPV found. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAbout 10% will have HPV found. \u003cstrong\u003eThis does NOT mean you have cancer.\u003c\/strong\u003e It may mean there is a risk of having or developing precancerous cell changes on the cervix, so further checks are important.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe HPV test is very sensitive and accurate at detecting the virus that causes most cervical cancers. The test is just as good whether you do it yourself, get your healthcare provider to help, or have a cervical sample taken. However, no test is perfect and there’s a very small chance that HPV or cell changes could be missed. That’s why it is so important to have regular screening.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTo learn more about cervical test results, see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/products\/cervical-screening-understanding-test-results-english-rainbow-he1193\" title=\"Cervical screening: understanding test results English - Rainbow - HE1193\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCervical Screening: Understanding test results, code HE1193\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFollow-up tests – what to expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCervical sample\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eAn instrument called a speculum is used to open the vagina so the doctor or nurse can see the cervix. You may either lie on your side or on your back with your knees bent. The lower part of your body will be covered with a sheet. A soft brush is used to gently take a sample of cells from the surface. This can feel a little uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eYour sample is then sent to a lab to be checked for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1192Figure2_480x480.png?v=1699493762\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColposcopy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eDuring a colposcopy, a specialist uses a microscope, called a colposcope, to check the cells on your cervix. The colposcope looks like a pair of binoculars on a stand. It magnifies the cervix so that any cell changes can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThe examination may include taking a small sample of tissue (a biopsy). The biopsy takes only a couple of seconds and may be a bit uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 30px;\" data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eIt is important to attend your colposcopy appointment even if you don’t have any symptoms, and\/or you are pregnant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eThese extra checks may not find anything to be concerned about. If cell changes are found, you will be offered treatment, which is usually highly successful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith vaccination and HPV testing, Aotearoa New Zealand aims to eliminate cervical cancer in the future. Together we can do this!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe HPV vaccine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHPV vaccination is an important step in protecting against cervical cancer. The vaccine is free for everyone aged 9 to 26 years, including non-residents under 18. HPV vaccination has led to a drop in cervical cancer rates, but it doesn’t protect against all types of HPV. Even if you’ve had the vaccine, it’s still important to have regular cervical screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn important message\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening is for people who don’t have symptoms. If you’re having any symptoms, it is important to see a healthcare provider without delay. Symptoms could include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebleeding or spotting between periods or after your periods have stopped (after menopause)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epain during sex and\/or bleeding or spotting after sex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evaginal discharge that’s not normal for you\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epersistent pain in your pelvis or lower back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese symptoms can happen for many reasons and rarely mean you have cervical cancer. However, it is important to get them checked. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I join the National Cervical Screening Programme?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou automatically become part of the Programme, if you are eligible, when you turn 25 or have your first cervical screening test, unless you have chosen to withdraw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need to be on the NCSP-Register to get an invitation, recalls and reminders to screen. If you are not sure if you are on the Register, call\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"tel:0800729729\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens to my health information?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInformation is stored on a computer system, called the NCSP-Register, which is managed by Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand. The NCSP-Register is used to record your test results. This helps ensure important information is available to you and your healthcare providers and to manage your progress through the Programme. It also:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esends out recalls and reminders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupports you if you need support accessing cervical screening services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides information to enable evaluation and review of the Programme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenables research, approved by an ethics committee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelps with planning for national and regional services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo reports or research produced will identify any individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can look at the privacy section on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Time to Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTime to Screen - National Screening Unit\u003c\/a\u003e for full details about how information collected by the Programme is securely managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a right to request your health information at any time by freephoning\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor emailing\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Email info@ncspregister.health.nz\" href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e and verifying your identity (full name, date of birth, NHI, address).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePausing screening or withdrawing from the NCSP\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose to withdraw from the NCSP at any time, or you can remain on the Register but opt out of receiving any communications. You can contact the Programme about either of these options and if you decide to withdraw, we will send you a form to complete. You can also find the form on our website. We will keep some of your identity details in our system with a note not to contact you again. All information about your cervical screening tests and history will be removed from our records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can re-join the Programme any time if you change your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any further questions about the benefits of cervical screening and your options, you can usually find the answers on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Time to Cervical Screen\" href=\"http:\/\/timetocervicalscreen.nz\/\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis brochure and other cervical screening information are available from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/\" title=\"HealthEd\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHealthEd\u003c\/a\u003e including these helpful resources:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/collections\/topic-cervical-screening\/products\/cervical-screening-understanding-test-results-english-rainbow-he1193\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Understanding test results\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCervical Screening: Understanding test results, code HE1193\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/collections\/topic-cervical-screening\/products\/cervical-screening-self-test-what-you-need-to-know-english-rainbow-he1195\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Cervical screening self-test\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCervical screening self-test: What you need to know English, code HE1195\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\/collections\/topic-cervical-screening\/products\/colposcopy-what-you-need-to-know-english-rainbow-he1197\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Colposcopy: What you need to know\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eColposcopy: What you need to know, code HE1197\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information and to make sure your contact details are up-to-date, talk to your healthcare provider or the NCSP-Register. Freephone\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-external-message\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor email\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Email info@ncspregister.health.nz\" href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMa te mōhio e piki ai te hauora me te waiora. Knowledge improves health and wellbeing.\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44298819633380,"sku":"HE1192","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1192thumbnail.png?v=1699494420"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-understanding-test-results-english-rainbow-he1193","title":"Cervical screening: understanding test results English - Rainbow - HE1193","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou’ve taken the first step towards protecting yourself from cervical cancer by having cervical screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular screening is important to make sure you stay healthy for yourself and your whānau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScreening tests look first for human papillomavirus (HPV) that causes most cervical cancers. If the virus is found, further tests are done to check for any cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis information will help you understand your cervical screening test results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf any follow-up tests are needed, these will be free under the National Cervical Screening Programme (NCSP).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMa te mōhio e piki ai te hauora me te waiora. Knowledge improves health and wellbeing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the results will show\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScreening tests first show whether you have HPV. These results are usually available within 1-2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 90% of people screened will NOT have HPV found and can just continue to have regular screening. This will usually be 5-yearly (or 3-yearly if immune deficient).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 10% of people screened will have HPV found. This does NOT mean you have cancer. It may mean there is a risk of already having or developing precancerous cell changes on your cervix, so further checks are important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe next steps will depend on what type of HPV is found. These follow-up tests check for any cell changes on your cervix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHPV and cervical cancer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many types of HPV, which is spread by intimate skin-to-skin contact or any sexual activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80% of adults will have HPV at some time in their lives. Most types are not of concern and the body usually clears the virus by itself. However, some types can persist and cause cell changes that may lead to cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical cancer usually takes many years to develop. Regular cervical screening can identify people who are most at risk and treat any cell changes to stop them turning into cancer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding HPV test results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on what is found in your sample, you can get a variety of different results from the laboratory. Here’s a guide to what each means.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHPV not detected\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf HPV isn’t found in your sample, you won’t need to have another screening test for 5 years (or 3 years if you are immune deficient). This will be the case for most people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHPV 16 or HPV 18\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many different types of HPV. Some strains are more likely to persist and may lead to cervical cancer. If HPV types 16 or 18 are found (the 2 highest-risk types) you’ll be referred for colposcopy to check for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis examination is done by a specialist colposcopist, who uses a microscope to magnify\u003cbr\u003eand sometimes take samples from your cervix. Most people who have HPV 16 or 18 will NOT have any cell changes, but it is important to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHPV Other (type\/number may be stated)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf one of the ‘Other’ types of HPV is found, and your test was done as a vaginal swab, you will be asked to go back to your healthcare provider to have a cervical sample taken (previously known as a smear test). This will be sent to the laboratory and tested for any cell changes (cytology).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you chose to have a cervical sample taken (rather than a swab test) you won’t need to come back for this second appointment. The sample will be used to check for cell changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on what type of cell changes are found you may then be referred for colposcopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInvalid or unsuitable for analysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery occasionally an HPV swab sample won’t be able to be used for testing. You will be told if your test is unusable, so you can repeat it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the result is reported as unsuitable for analysis, this will most likely be because the sample has leaked. Please ensure the lid of your sample is put on tightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow accurate are the HPV results?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe HPV test is very sensitive and accurate at detecting the virus. The test is just as good,\u003cbr\u003ewhether you do it yourself, get your healthcare provider to help, or have a cervical cell sample taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, no test is perfect and there is a very small chance that HPV or cell changes could be missed. That’s why it is so important to have regular screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCell changes on the cervix happen slowly over time. Regular screening is important so that changes can be picked up if they were missed the first time, or have developed since your last test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf the 180 people who get cervical cancer in Aotearoa New Zealand every year, 85% have either never been screened or have not had regular screening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUnderstanding cytology test results\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCytology screening (looking at cells under a microscope) looks for changes in the cells on the surface of the cervix. If you have a cervical cell sample taken and a cytology result is reported as well as HPV, the results are more complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cytology results that may be reported are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNormal cytology results (a negative result)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo cell changes were detected. Future follow-up will depend on your screening history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUnsatisfactory cytology results\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnsatisfactory results mean that the test could not be read at the laboratory because there were not enough cells in the sample, or blood or mucus hid most of the cells. You will need to have another test within three months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInflammation or infection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOccasionally your test result may show that inflammation or infection is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscuss this result with your healthcare provider. Often no treatment is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAtypical changes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means it is difficult to be sure whether cell changes are starting to develop. Mild atypical changes (called ASC-US or atypical squamous cells of undetermined significance) often clear up before your next test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMild (low-grade) changes (LSIL)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis means the cells are beginning to show some mild changes. LSIL (or low-grade squamous intraepithelial lesions) are due to an HPV infection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese usually clear up on their own, so your next screening test may be normal. If it’s not, you may be referred for colposcopy. This will depend on your age and how many times HPV has been detected in your screens. Your healthcare provider will discuss this with you and confirm if you need to have another screening test in 1 year, or be referred to a specialist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eModerate to severe (high-grade) changes (HSIL)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-grade changes are cell changes that are more developed. They’re called high-grade\u003cbr\u003esquamous intraepithelial lesions (HSIL). This doesn’t mean cancer (most people will have cell changes that can be successfully treated), but you’ll need colposcopy to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost cell changes are either LSIL or HSIL. Occasionally there are glandular cell changes,\u003cbr\u003ewhich are also regarded as a high-grade change requiring further investigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be recommended for further tests or treatment following your cervical screening results. Your healthcare provider will explain why you need any follow-up procedures and what they will involve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1162image1_27236365-e845-4f70-ab4f-e9aef145e1f6_480x480.jpg?v=1693977310\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFollow-ups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eColposcopy\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColposcopy (kol-poss-kapee) is an examination of the cervix using a magnifying lens called a colposcope. The colposcope looks like a pair of binoculars on a stand. It magnifies your cervix and vagina so that any abnormal areas can be seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe examination may include taking a small sample of tissue (a biopsy). The biopsy takes only a couple of seconds and may be a bit uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialist will discuss the results of your colposcopy at the end of your appointment and contact you about any biopsy results within about 4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Colposcopy\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1162image2_0dbf4c2c-b580-4576-a5ac-44b7ace1b9a2_480x480.jpg?v=1693977350\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTreatments\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt may be recommended that you have treatment to remove any area of cell changes. The type of treatment will depend on the type of changes and where they are on your cervix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany cell changes can be treated under a local anaesthetic during colposcopy. Your specialist will discuss the options with you. They will also be able to explain the various types of treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEarly treatment of cell changes is almost always successful in preventing cancer.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat happens to my health information?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTest results are recorded on a computer system, called the NCSP-Register, which is managed by Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis helps ensure important information is available to you and your healthcare providers, and to manage your progress through the Programme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esends out recalls and reminders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esupports you if you need support accessing cervical screening services\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprovides information to enable evaluation and review of the Programme\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eenables research, approved by an ethics committee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelps with planning for national and regional services.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo reports or research produced will identify any individual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can look at the \u003ca title=\"Privacy section on Time to Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/about-this-site\/privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePrivacy section on the Time to Screen website\u003c\/a\u003e for full details about how information collected by the Programme is securely managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have a right to request your health information at any time by freephoning \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e or emailing \u003ca title=\"email info@ncspregister.health.nz\" href=\"mailto:info@ncspregister.health.nz\"\u003einfo@ncspregister.health.nz\u003c\/a\u003e and verifying your identity (full name, date of birth, NHI, address).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWithdrawing from the programme\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can choose to withdraw from the NCSP at any time, or you can remain on the Register but opt out of receiving any communications. You can contact the Programme about either of these options and if you decide to withdraw, we will send you a form to complete. \u003ca title=\"Enrolment in the National Cervical Screening Programme\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/having-smear\/about-the-cervical-screening-programme\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYou can also find the form on our website\u003c\/a\u003e. We will keep some of your identity details in our system with a note not to contact you again. All information about your cervical screening tests and history will be removed from our records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can re-join the Programme any time if you change your mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou need to be on the NCSP-Register to get an invitation, recalls and reminders to screen. If you are not sure if you are on the Register, call \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e to check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAn important message\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCervical screening is for people who are well. If you’re having any symptoms, it’s important to see your healthcare provider without delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSymptoms could include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebleeding or spotting between periods or after your periods have stopped (after menopause)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epain during sex or bleeding or spotting after sex\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epersistent pain in your pelvis or lower back\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eunusual discharge from the vagina\/genitals.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese symptoms can happen for many reasons and rarely mean you have cervical cancer. However, it’s important to get them checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need further information about the benefits of cervical screening and your options, and where to get screened, you can usually find the answers on our website \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Time to Cervical Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/cervical-screening\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can look at the \u003ca title=\"Privacy section of Time to Screen\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetoscreen.nz\/about-this-site\/privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eprivacy section on the Time to Screen website\u003c\/a\u003e for full details about how information collected by the Programme is securely managed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also contact:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe National Cervical Screening Programme, freephone \u003ca title=\"call 0800 729 729\" href=\"Tel:0800729729\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"Tel:0800729729\"\u003e0800 729 729\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour doctor or practice nurse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMāori, Pacific and community health centres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Family Planning clinics\" href=\"https:\/\/www.familyplanning.org.nz\/clinics\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eyour local Family Planning clinic\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eyour local \u003ca title=\"Cancer Society NZ\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCancer Society\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can view this brochure and other health education resources at \u003ca title=\"HealthEd\" href=\"http:\/\/healthed.govt.nz\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHealthEd.govt.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44371578224868,"sku":"HE1193","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1193thumbnail.png?v=1701745654"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-how-to-do-the-hpv-self-test-english-a4-landscape-poster-rainbow-he1194","title":"Cervical screening: how to do the HPV self-test English A4 landscape poster - Rainbow - HE1194","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis guide will help you collect your own vaginal\/genital sample. \u003c\/strong\u003eIf you are unsure about anything or have any difficulty with the test, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you choose to do a self-test you will be given a test kit with detailed instructions on what to do. If you have any questions or difficulty with the test, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake sure your details are correct on the label and form and add anything that may be missing. You may need to fill in some information, like the date you do the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat if I make a mistake?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is very easy to take your own sample and this is just as accurate as one taken by a healthcare provider. It’s very unlikely you will get anything wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt's okay to continue with the test if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehave touched the swab tip with your fingers (though it is best to avoid this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehave inserted the swab into your vagina\/genitals but are unsure if you have inserted it far enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you drop your swab, let your healthcare provider know and ask them for a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"HPV self-test instructions\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1194diagram_480x480.png?v=1701747772\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn a private space, find a comfortable position to take your sample. You may like to sit, stand, lie down or squat. If you cannot find a position that works for you, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTake the tube containing the swab out of the bag and remove the swab stick. You may need to hold and twist the cap to break the paper seal.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTry not to touch the swab tip either with your fingers or against any surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHolding the swab stick halfway down, use your free hand to open your vagina\/genitals and gently insert the tip of the swab about 4-5cm (about the length of your thumb).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost people find it easy and comfortable to do. If you experience any pain, then draw the swab back a bit until it is more comfortable or ask your healthcare provider to assist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRotate the swab about 4 times (around 20 seconds), gently touching the sides of the vagina\/genitals, then remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOnce you have collected your sample, check the kit instructions for next steps on what to do with the swab.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake sure the cap on your sample is put on tightly, so it is well sealed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDispose of any leftover materials in the rubbish bin, then wash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlace the completed sample and form back into the bag, seal it and give it back to your healthcare provider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere may be some variation between the type of self-test swab shown in this guide with the swab used by your healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"TimeToCervicalScreen.nz\" href=\"http:\/\/timetocervicalscreen.nz\/\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-external-message\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"http:\/\/timetocervicalscreen.nz\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimeToCervicalScreen.nz\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HealthEd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44371598672100,"sku":"HE1194","price":0.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1194thumbnail.png?v=1701747992"},{"product_id":"cervical-screening-self-test-what-you-need-to-know-english-rainbow-he1195","title":"Cervical screening self-test: what you need to know English - Rainbow - HE1195","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHuman papillomavirus (HPV) testing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal vaginal\/genitals swab test is an easy way to collect your cervical screening sample.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can do this yourself at your screening appointment in a private area or in a bathroom. Some screen-takers may offer community-based locations, a mobile unit or a take-home test. Talk to them about the options and what suits you best.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith this test you collect a sample from your vagina\/genitals, not from the cervix. It’s quick and easy and should not be uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need an interpreter, it’s best to mention this when you book your appointment. If you have a disability and need more support to do the test, let your healthcare provider know.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the past, you may have had a cervical sample taken (which used to be called a smear test).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis may still be recommended for some people, and you can still choose this option if you prefer. This sample will first be tested for HPV but has the advantage that it can also be checked for any cell changes if HPV is found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTalk with your healthcare provider to decide what’s best for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoing your self-test\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you choose to do a self-test you will be given a test kit with detailed instructions on what to do. If you have any questions or difficulty with the test, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure your details are correct on the label and form and add anything that may be missing. You may need to fill in some information, like the date you do the test.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat if I make a mistake?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is very easy to take your own sample and this is just as accurate as one taken by a healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s very unlikely you will get anything wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is okay to continue with the test if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave touched the swab tip with your fingers (though it is best to avoid this)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave inserted the swab into your vagina\/genitals but are unsure if you have inserted it far enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you drop your swab, let your healthcare provider know and ask them for a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1194diagram_480x480.png?v=1701747772\" alt=\"Doing your self-test instructions\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0102\/6916\/3582\/files\/HE1194diagram_480x480.png?v=1701747772\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a private space, find a comfortable position to take your sample. You may like to sit, stand, lie down or squat. If you cannot find a position that works for you, ask your healthcare provider for help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake the tube containing the swab out of the bag and remove the swab stick. You may need to hold and twist the cap to break the paper seal. \u003cbr\u003eTry not to touch the swab tip either with your fingers or against any surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolding the swab stick halfway down, use your free hand to open your vagina and gently insert the tip of the swab about 4-5cm (about the length of your thumb). \u003cbr\u003eMost people find it easy and comfortable to do. If you experience any pain, then draw the swab back a bit until it is more comfortable or ask your healthcare provider to assist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the swab about 4 times (around 20 seconds), gently touching the sides of the vagina\/genitals, then remove.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce you have collected your sample, check the kit instructions for next steps on what to do with the swab. \u003cbr\u003eMake sure the cap on your sample is put on tightly, so it is well sealed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispose of any leftover materials in the rubbish bin, then wash your hands with soap and water and dry them thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the completed sample and form back into the bag, seal it and give it back to your healthcare provider.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNext steps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have done your self-test somewhere other than a clinic or health centre, it should be returned as soon as you can but may be stored at room temperature until then.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour healthcare provider will send your sample to a laboratory for HPV testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will usually be contacted about your results within 1 to 2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your results show HPV was found (which will only be the case for around 10% of people screened) this does NOT mean you have cancer or that cancer will develop. 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