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Screenings are an essential part of protecting your tinana and preventing illness at its earliest stages. The Pou of Te Whare Tapa Whā show us that taking care of your tinana is important for maintaining a balanced hauora. By staying on top of your screenings, you’re investing time in your health that can give you time with whānau. Protect your right to experience a long life.
If any of these apply to you, you could be eligible for a free screening.
Select one to find out more.
Cervical Screening
Wahine aged 25-29
A vaginal swab used to detect the HPV and cell changes that can lead to cervical cancer. HPV is very common and will often clear up on its own, but in some cases, it can lead to cervical cancer.
Screening LocationsBreast Screening
Wahine aged 45-69
A mammogram is an x-ray of your breasts used to find early signs of breast cancer before it is big enough to feel or cause symptoms.
Screening LocationsBowel Screening
Everyone aged 60-74
A Faecal Immunochemical Test (FIT), is a test that detects blood in your bowel motion that can often be unseen. This blood can come from precancerous polyps or early stage bowel cancer.
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