The Alberta Cervical Cancer Screening Program (ACCSP) is a provincial screening program that works to increase cervical cancer screening using Pap tests among sexually active women and people with a cervix, aged 25 to 69. A Pap test is a test that checks the cells of the cervix for abnormal changes. The program also works to help educate individuals about the importance of cervical cancer screening.
Getting screened regularly, following up on abnormal cervical screening results and getting the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine are the best way to prevent cervical cancer. Our services include:
- Working with healthcare providers to support women, aged 25 to 69, in getting cervical cancer screening across the province.
- Offering additional testing after initial cervical screening to help decide what follow-up is needed.
- Providing cervical cancer screening information and education to eligible women and healthcare providers.
- Sending screening invitations, result recalls and follow-up letters to eligible women.
For more information, visit Cervical - Screening For Life | Screening For Life.