Pap Test Screening Initiative successfully targets over 300 women
The primary objective of the campaign, which was financially supported through a partnership with Unite BVI, was to promote cervical cancer awareness, prevention, and early detection. It was also an opportunity to assist women with ruling out the threats of any abnormal conditions they may be experiencing to address matters early.
Inspired by Mrs British Virgin Islands 2022/2023 Dr Arliene T. Penn’s personal experience as a cervical cancer survivor, the campaign sought to encourage women to prioritise their health and undergo regular screenings.
The ultimate goal
The ultimate goal was to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer-related deaths in the community and to bring much-needed awareness to women’s health and the importance of prevention of disease through early detection.
“I thank God for preserving my life so that I can be a living testimony of His goodness. Now, I am using my experience to spread the ‘Good News’ that we do not have to die prematurely from what can be prevented or treated,” said Dr Penn who is also an Ordained Minister.
“I truly appreciate that women are coming forward and they continue to take advantage of this opportunity to KNOW what is happening to their bodies so they can FIX what is happening to LIVE a beautiful, fearless, wonderful, thriving quality of life where we all WIN!,” Dr Penn said.
This initiative was supported through the collaborative effort of medical facilities, namely B&F Medical Complex, Eureka Medical Center, PicSmith Medical Center, and the Wellness Center Clinics who all provided free consultation with the scheduled visits.
The Human papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the leading causes of cervical cancer. WINBVI thanks the BVI Health Services Authority for doing its part to educate the public, both men and women, about its dangers and doing their part by making the vaccines that prevent HPV available for males and females.
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