Cervical Screening for Trans & Non-Binary People

Cervical Screening: Inclusive Care

We are pleased to announce that Peverell Park Surgery and University Medical Centre are holding dedicated Cervical Screening Clinics for our LGBTQIA+, trans, and non-binary patients.

• These are dedicated clinics, designed to allow you to attend alone, or bring a friend or family member for support if you prefer
• The sessions will take place on Saturday mornings at both Peverell Park Surgery and the University Medical Centre on campus

Booking Your Appointment
In addition to these dedicated sessions:

• Routine cervical screening clinics are available at University Medical Centre most Mondays
• Routine cervical screening clinics are available at Peverell Park Surgery throughout the week

If you would like and appointment for a smear test, please contact Peverell Park Surgery on 01752 766644, or University Medical Centre on 01752 222341.

During the Appointment
Cervical screening (smear test) is a free NHS test that looks for early changes in the cells of the cervix. Cervical screening aims to prevent cancer from developing in the cervix. During the screening appointment, a small sample of cells will be taken from your cervix to check for certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that can cause changes to the cells of your cervix. If these types of HPV are found, the sample is checked for any changes in the cells of your cervix, which can be treated before they get a chance to turn into cervical cancer. It’s important to be screened to find changes before they become cancer, giving the best chance of successful treatment.

HPV is a very common virus – most people will be infected with it at some point in their life and can be passed on through any type of sexual activity. NHS population screening Information for trans and non-binary people