“With the widespread use of Pap tests, cervical cancer has gone from the number one cancer killer of people with a cervix to number 14. That’s a DRASTIC difference. For the health of everyone with a cervix, the Pap test should be a part of a routine wellness screening regardless of gender or sexual orientation.
Normalizing getting regularly tested, and actually TALKING about it within our community can help create a safe space around something so vulnerable.
We know it can be uncomfortable and scary to get tested for anything that could bring life changing results, but taking control of your own health is one of the most empowering things you can do for yourself.
And your community is here to support you ”