Educate yourself and others in a two hour co-design workshop, taking part in various activities to help shape the design and format of a cervical screening intervention.
To boost cervical screening rates, this initiative aims to empower and educate women and individuals with a cervix about the vital importance of smear tests.
The first of three workshops will take place at the Comfrey Project in Gateshead on Wednesday November 20 at 10.30am.
Participants will receive £25 per hour for their involvement, paid via bank transfer from Northumbria University or by Love2Shop vouchers.
According to reports, almost all (99.8%) of cervical cancers are preventable if eligible individuals engage with the NHS Cervical Screening Programme. However, in the North East region, around 38,000 people aged 24-64 are not up to date with screening.
Cervical screening is one of the most effective ways to protect yourself from cervical cancer. Despite its importance, one in three women under 35 do not participate in routine screenings.
It is not a test for cancer, it is a test to help prevent cancer.
Cervical screening is a trusted method for detecting abnormalities that could lead to cancer. It also tests for Human Papillomavirus (HPV), helping to prevent cervical cells from becoming abnormal.
To discover more and share your insights on cervical screening, join the initiative to raise awareness about the vital importance of smear tests – you can help make a difference.
For more information, scan the QR code or click the link below.
Register your interest here.
If you have any questions, please contact caroline2.charlton@northumbria.ac.uk.
