Cervical cancer: early detection and the role of cervical screening and vaccination

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This module supports you to develop essential knowledge, skills, and confidence in promoting cervical screening, supporting Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination, and recognising the early signs and symptoms of cervical cancer.

Estimated completion time: 30 minutes

Learning from this module complements content covered in the following module:

Learning objectives

After completing this module, you should be able to:

  1. Describe the burden and epidemiology of cervical cancer in the United Kingdom.
  2. Explain how cervical screening reduces the risk of cervical cancer.
  3. Identify strategies to promote uptake of HPV vaccination.
  4. Outline how cervical cancer may be detected through population-based screening and symptomatic presentation.
  5. Recognise signs and symptoms of cervical cancer and refer people appropriately.

 

This module was developed in conjunction with British Oncology Pharmacy Association (BOPA)

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