The Hauora Tairāwhiti Cervical screening service coordinates the screening activity of the Tairāwhiti district.
- We can offer information about your choices as to where to go for screening.
- We can provide screening histories to Tairāwhiti Practices enrolling women who are new to the district.
- We can update your information on the National Register.
Places to go:
Free smears are available at the Community Clinic - 141 Bright St (Ph 06 8689005 for an appt.)
Your own GP practice or Family Planning (42 Childers Road) can provide screening (* a fee may apply)
How to get in touch:
Telephone: 0800 729729 or 06 8692094 (DDI)
Exams and procedures:
• Colposcopy is the procedure some women need to be referred to if their smear identifies abnormal cells. Please include all links here or attach pdfs to your email reply.
Useful websites:
https://www.timetoscreen.nz/cervical-screening/
Also see:
Colposcopy