Introduction

Cancer of the cervix is one of the leading cancers in the world which can potentially preventable disease. Early detection and treatment may help reduce the invasive surgery and reduce mortality rates .This means building the skills health professionals involved in cancer prevention is important. This workshop would provide an overview on NHS Cervical Cancer Screening Programme and the process for acquiring cervical samples

Course Content

• Anatomy and Physiology of the cervix
• Sample taking
• Documentation and Consenting taking
• Models of obtaining samples
• Storage and Transportation of samples
• Laboratory Screening
• Colposcopy
• Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) triage