Victoria leads the way in cervical cancer prevention
Email a page - success
The human papillomavirus (HPV)
Resources order form
Current surveys
Header Article 1
Header Article 2
Resources in languages other than English
Subscription problem
Subscription reminder problem
Subscription reminder sent
Manage subscription
Subscriptions management problem
Subscription reminder
Thanks for subscribing
Thanks for subscribing
14 May 2012: A new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) has revealed Victoria has the highest two-yearly participation rate in cervical screening and the lowest incidence and mortality rates of cervical cancer in the country.
Mildura nurses receive specialist training in sexual assault9 May 2012: Women in Mildura who are victim/survivors of sexual assault will soon benefit from a specialised educational workshop for local nurses.
Growing impact of nurses in Cervical Screening Program8 May 2012: Older women and lapsed screeners in particular are benefitting from the increase in nurse-collected Pap tests in Victoria.
Grants Program to improve cervical screening in Victorian indigenous communities4 April 2012: PapScreen Victoria is implementing a funding initiative to help improve cervical screening rates within the Koori community.
Local initiatives kick off in Shepparton following PapScreen Victoria's campaign launch21 March 2012: PapScreen Victoria is holding a professional development workshop in Shepparton this week to update nurse cervical screening providers on the latest in cervical cancer prevention. The workshop is one of the first local community development initiatives under PapScreen Victoria's Peace of Mind campaign which was launched in Greater Shepparton last Friday.
Campaign to improve cervical screening launches in Greater Shepparton16 March 2012: PapScreen Victoria has announced a $50,000 investment to increase the participation of cervical screening in Greater Shepparton.
New video from Cancer Council aims to increase HPV vaccination2 February 2012: To coincide with the new school year, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an online video for young teenage girls to encourage greater participation in the human papillomavirus (HPV) immunisation program.
New figures reveal growing number of Pap tests in Grampians15 December 2011: More women in the Grampians are participating in cervical screening with new figures confirming a rise in the number of Pap tests taken in the region.
New partnership to help reduce incidence of cervical cancer28 November 2011: PapScreen Victoria and the Victorian Centres Against Sexual Assault (CASAs) have formed a new partnership in an effort to reduce cervical cancer in women who are victim/survivors of sexual assault.
Genital warts decline by 90% in young Aussies19 October 2011: New research has revealed a 90% drop in genital warts in young Australians since the introduction of the human papillomavirus (HPV) immunisation program.
Girls failing to complete HPV vaccine course19 April 2011: Long-awaited data released by the Australian Government has raised concerns that many girls are failing to complete the three-dose course of the cervical cancer or human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine.
PapScreen celebrates its 18th birthdaySince PapScreen Victoria was established in 1991, one woman's life has been saved from cervical cancer every week.
Credentialling ProgramThe Victorian credentialling program for nurse Pap test providers has moved to PapScreen Victoria.
Media kitMedia kit for successful Clinic Extension Grant applicants.
Letters campaignPapScreen sends women aged 30-39 a letter highlighting the importance of Pap tests.
ContactEmail a page - success
The human papillomavirus (HPV)
HPV is the human papilloma virus. There are over 100 types of HPV affecting various parts of the body. Approximately 40 types of HPV affect the genital area and about 15 affect the cervix.
ResourcesIncludes reminder cards, information booklets about Pap tests and cervical cancer, posters, brochures and fact sheets. Also includes resources for health professionals.
Gippsland's Living Legend - Gippsland nurse wins Pap test award16 November 2010: Heather Scott of Foster Medical Clinic took home the top prize at the inaugural PapScreen Victoria Nurse Pap Test Provider Awards last week in Melbourne.
Loddon Mallee nurses sweep Pap test awards16 November 2010: Loddon Mallee nurses swept the inaugural PapScreen Victoria Nurse Pap Test Provider Awards in Melbourne last week, winning three of the six awards handed out.
Resource confirmation successResources order form
Current surveys
Header Article 1
Header Article 2
Resources in languages other than English
Includes brochures to encourage women to have regular Pap tests — available in up to 30 languages.
HPV testingA test for detecting HPV types associated with cervical cancer is available, but is not often helpful in women under the age of 30 for whom HPV is very common and usually transient.
Changes to the NHMRC guidelines for the management of asymptomatic women with screen-detected abnormalitiesQuestions you may have on how the guidelines will affect you and your patients. Includes three main areas of change.
The cervical cancer vaccine (HPV vaccine)Two cervical cancer vaccines are now available in Australia.
Pap Test Nurse Awards16 November: The inaugural PapScreen Nurse Pap Test Provider Awards were held in Melbourne in November.
Albury nurses successful at Pap test awards16 November 2010: Albury nurses had a successful night at the inaugural PapScreen Victoria Nurse Pap Test Provider Awards in Melbourne last week, winning two of the six awards handed out.
Young women increasingly shunning Pap tests24 August 2010: New research shows young women are increasingly shunning Pap tests.
Nurse Pap test providers boost cervical screening rates for Victorian women most at risk1 April 2010: Underscreened, rural and older women are amongst those benefiting from the cervical screening services offered by a growing band of nurse Pap test providers, according to PapScreen Victoria.
Urgent need for women to receive final dose of cervical cancer vaccine2 December 2009: All women aged 18 to 26 who have received the first two doses of the cervical cancer vaccine were today urged to book their final jab immediately by Cancer Council Victoria.
400th nurse Pap test provider celebrated4 November 2009: PapScreen Victoria recently celebrated the appointment of Fiona Davies as its 400th nurse Pap test provider, a milestone that demonstrates a welcome change in the provision of Pap tests in Victoria.
Unprecedented cervical cancer vaccine uptake: Women urged to complete 2nd and 3rd doses18 August 2009: Record numbers of Australian women aged 18 to 26 have taken up the first dose of the government's free cervical cancer vaccine with preliminary data released from the National HPV Vaccine Register indicating a national uptake of 35-60%.
Smokers at increased risk of cervical cancer: Indigenous women urged to have Pap tests17 August 2009: Women who smoke have a 60% greater risk of cervical cancer than non-smokers.
PapScreen Victoria celebrates its 18th birthday and the thousands of women's lives saved24 June 2009: Since PapScreen Victoria was established in 1991, one woman's life has been saved from cervical cancer every week.
52,000 Victorian women receive Pap test letter16 April 2009: 52,000 Victorian women aged 30-39 who may never have had a Pap test will receive a letter encouraging them to do so in a unique campaign to reach women at risk of developing cervical cancer.
Jade Goody's death highlights importance of Pap tests23 March 2009: UK reality TV Jade Goody's death over the weekend from cervical cancer has highlighted the seriousness of the disease and the vital importance of regular two-yearly Pap tests.
Cancer Council cautions: Pap tests do not detect ovarian cancer5 February 2009: During February, Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Cancer Council Victoria is reminding all women that Pap tests do not detect or prevent ovarian cancer, a misconception believed by many women.
Pap test data reveals pleasant surprise1 December 2008: Data released today from the Victorian Pap Test Registry contradicts fears that young women having the cervical cancer vaccine may discontinue Pap tests, believing they are no longer necessary.
Campaign urges Melton women to screen for cervical cancer3 August 2008: A localised advertising campaign beginning on Sunday 3 August urges women in the Melton area to have regular two-yearly Pap tests, as Melton's cervical screening rates fall well below the state average.
Limited time left for free cancer vaccine12 June 2008: Elders, parents, aunties and uncles are being encouraged to spread the word about the free cervical cancer vaccine to young girls and women in their communities, as time is running out.
About subscriptionsInformation about email subscriptions, and our subscription management policy.
Subscriptions updatedSubscription problem
Subscription reminder problem
Subscription reminder sent
Manage subscription
Subscriptions management problem
Subscription reminder
Thanks for subscribing
Thanks for subscribing
 |
print this page |  | Email this page |  |
Case study: Sue
I work at the Well Women's Clinic at the Royal Women's Hospital in Parkville.
I trained to be a Pap test provider because I understood women wanted a female practitioner.
