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On November 17, the World Health Organization are asking countries around the world to join a Global Day of Celebration for their strategy to eliminate cervical cancer.
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Today we celebrate the global goal to eliminate cervical cancer by 2035.
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To reach our goal, the world needs to increase our cervical screening and HPV immunisation rates.
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You can help by getting your 3-yearly cervical screening & HPV vaccination. Spread the word to your whānau.
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Almost all cervical cancer cases are preventable though HPV vaccination and cervical screening.
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Find out more about immunisation - https://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/healthyliving/immunisation/immunisation-older-children/human-papillomavirus-hpv
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Find out more about https://www.timetoscreen.nz/cervical-screening/