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NHG Diagnostics Mobile Clinic Brings basic health services to the heartland for women
Cervical Screen Singapore – National Cervical Cancer Screening Programme
Cervical cancer is the sixth most common cancer among Singaporean women. The incidence of cervical cancer increases rapidly after the age of 30, reaching a peak between the ages of 50 and 60.*
A Pap smear test helps to detect abnormal changes in the cervix early. Such abnormal changes may develop into cervical cancer if left untreated. Cervical cancer can be prevented if abnormal cell changes are detected and treated early.
Early detection helps save lives.
NHG Diagnostics aims to share with the public on the benefits of undergoing early and regular Pap smear tests.
Working with the National Pap Smear Programme - Cervical Screen Singapore ( CSS), NHG Diagnostics is launching the first CSS certified Mobile Clinic to provide Pap smear services at the institutions, offices, and community centres onsite.
‘By going mobile, it allows us to reach out to a larger community. The buses are fully equipped, truly accessible and serve the residents at an affordable rate’ said Ms Pamela Ding, GM, NHG Diagnostics.
Under the CSS programme, eligible Singaporeans and PRs who undergo the Pap smear service will receive subsidised screening - $15 for Singaporeans, $22.50 for PRs. The non subsidised rate is $40, exclusive of GST.
For more information on how community centres, corporate, clinics or organizations to book this Mobile Clinic "at your doorstep", please contact our marketing at 6496 6633 or e-mail to jen_nee_lee@diagnostics.nhg.com.sg
About Cervical Screen Singapore ( CSS)
Cervical Screen Singapore is the national cervical cancer screening programme which aims to encourage women aged 25 and above who have ever had sex to go for Pap smears once every 3 years. Pap smears can be carried out at Polyclinics, private clinics and Mobile Clinic.
Eligibility for CSS subsidised Pap smear:
i)
Must be a Singaporean or Permanent Resident
ii)
25 years old and above
iii)
Did not have a Pap smear within the last 3 years
iv)
Have ever had sex
v)
Have not had a total hysterectomy
vi)
Must be well and have no symptoms such as abnormal bleeding, discharge or other cervical problems
Those who do not fulfill CSS criteria may consider to participate in non-subsidize program which is at an affordable rate of $ 40 (subject to GST rate).
Preparation for Pap smear test
i)
Avoid sexual intercourse 48 hours before the test.
ii)
Do not use spermicides, vaginal creams, lubricant jellies, vaginal medications or tampons 48 hours before the test.
iii)
Wear a two piece outfit as you will need to undress from the waist down.
* Information extracted from Health Promotion Board Online – www.hpb.gov.sg; Oct 2008 & HPB M E740-03
