The Laborers Health & Wellness clinics are here for all your preventive care needs, including HPV and Pap tests. 

If you’re a woman approaching a milestone birthday – turning age 21 or age 30 – you’ve likely heard that you’re due for new health screenings. Here’s what you and your loved ones need to know about HPV and cervical cytology (known as a Pap test). 

How often you should get screened

Routine cervical cancer screenings are recommended between the ages of 21 and 65. However, your doctor may recommend different timing based on your health and past screening results.

If you’re between 21 and 29 years old, it’s generally recommended that you get cervical cytology every three years. It’s important to find cervical cancer early, in its most treatable, precancerous stage.

If you’re between the ages of 30 and 65, there are different testing options. Your doctor may recommend you also get an HPV test. The combination of cervical cytology and HPV testing is called co-testing.

The HPV vaccine

Getting the HPV vaccine is the best way to prevent cervical cancer. Most cervical cancer is the result of a persistent infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) – a common virus that can spread during sexual contact with someone who has it. Most sexually active people will be exposed to HPV at some point in their lives.

Schedule your screening today

Talk to your Laborers Health & Wellness care team about all your preventive health and screening needs. We can find personalized solutions that work best for you.

Schedule an appointment today at https://www.healthpartners.com/laborersschedule or call 952-687-8100.