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Together we can end cervical cancer
Be part of the story that ends cervical cancer
How does the story end?
Cervical cancer can now be prevented through vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV), cervical screening and early treatment of cell changes. The end is close, but we’re not there yet. Together, we must call for the Government to act:
- Extend free cervical screening to all eligible
- Fully fund an equitable Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy
- Urgently increase access to HPV vaccination among school children to reach uptake of 90%
Your stories
As a 42 year old woman who has cervical cancer, it is my greatest wish that no one else has to go through what I have been through.
I’m signing as a mum, partner, daughter, sister, auntie, cousin and friend in the hope it might encourage others to get screened.
I lost my Mum to cervical cancer when I was 11. She was 38. I grew up in fear of my life until I made it past that same age milestone. I am first in line for a test because I know how important detection is. Life is precious and we must take more action to end this preventable cancer and save lives.
I’d love to see cervical screening fully funded, and more open discussion and awareness around gynaecological cancers. I want a future for my teenage daughters where no one in Aotearoa dies from this now preventable cancer.
I am a colposcopist consulting with women everyday about HPV/cervical cancer and assessing their risk. I would love to be out of work due to lack of HPV related cervical cancer. These changes are vital in supporting the pathway towards the elimination of cervical cancer.
My wife Jo was diagnosed with a form of ovarian cancer in 2022. She passed away in May 2023. I support anything that will assist with earlier detection of any form of cancer.
I was diagnosed with Stage 1B cervical cancer in 1996 at the age of 28, and it turned my life upside down. Today, I am excited to see that we have the means to eliminate cervical cancer and save countless lives. Let’s use the tools and knowledge we have to protect future generations.
There are so many types of cancer that impact so many people – but we surely can’t miss the opportunity to eliminate this one and save lives.
The heroes who have helped so far...
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By signing here, your name and a chorus of others will appear as heroes in our story.
The book will be delivered to Government, calling for action. Together we can write the final chapter on cervical cancer.
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A teal and white ribbon is a symbol of awareness and support for people with cervical cancer.
The daffodil is recognised around the world as a symbol of hope for all people impacted by cancer.
