Preventative Screening

Background

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Many cancers are preventable, and early detection significantly

improves the chances of successful treatment. Cervical cancer

screening can identify early cell changes before cancer develops,

or detect cancer at an early stage when it is most treatable.

Screening is recommended for individuals who do not have

symptoms and feel well.

 

In Algoma, some residents do not have a primary care provider.

Without access to routine primary care, it can be difficult to obtain

preventative services such as cervical cancer screening. This

creates a gap in care and increases the risk of delayed detection.

 

The Preventative Screening Clinics were established to help close this gap.

These clinics provide accessible cervical cancer screening for individuals

without a primary care provider, ensuring they can receive essential preventative care

and appropriate follow-up when needed.

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Key Objectives​​

• Provide timely cervical cancer screening for individuals without a primary care provider.

• Increase public awareness of the importance of routine cervical cancer screening.

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Accomplishments

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• Since October 2022, 297 individuals without a primary care provider have been provided preventative screening.