The Group Health Centre is offering free cervical cancer screening clinics to people without a primary care provider.
The clinics are being offered in partnership with the Algoma Ontario Health Team (AOHT) and will be held at the Group Health Centre's Great Northern Road location.
Appointments are available on March 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and March 28 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
“Regular cervical screening is essential for early detection and prevention of cervical cancer, yet many individuals face challenges accessing this care,” said Nurse Practitioner McDowell at GHC.
“By hosting these clinics, we’re helping ensure that those without a primary care provider have an opportunity to stay on top of their cervical health.”
Ways to book an appointment include:
- Individuals without a primary care provider can schedule an appointment by calling 705-759-7465.
- GHC patients or those with access to GHC’s Access Care Clinic who need cervical screening should contact their healthcare provider’s office directly to book an appointment.
- Community members who have a primary care provider outside of GHC and are due for a cervical screening are encouraged to contact their provider’s office to schedule a test.
For more information about cervical cancer screening and eligibility, click here.