Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Learn how employers can use Cervical Cancer Awareness Month to promote awareness, share information about symptoms and encourage cervical screening.

The importance of supporting Cervical Cancer Awareness Month at work

Each year, more than 3,200 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the UK. It can affect people of all ages, and early detection through cervical screening can save lives.

As an employer, you can play an important role in:

• Reducing fear and stigma around cervical screening
• Encouraging employees to stay informed and seek medical support
• Supporting employee wellbeing and building a culture of health awareness

By raising awareness in the workplace, you help create an environment where employees feel comfortable prioritising their health.

How to support Cervical Cancer Awareness Month at work

Here are some ways you can support Cervical Cancer Awareness Month in your workplace:

Promote screening

Promote the benefits of early detection and encourage employees invited for cervical screening to attend their appointments.

If you have employees that have an active role in promoting health in your workplace, they can sign up for a Public Health Wales screening awareness session.

Use your communication channels

Share information and resources via internal newsletters, staff emails or workplace social media. Regular reminders can help normalise the conversation and reduce stigma.

Host a talk

Invite health professionals into your workplace to talk about cervical screening and answer questions.

Events like this can encourage open conversations about health and wellbeing in your workplace.

Promoting awareness throughout the year

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month is a valuable opportunity to highlight this important issue, but ongoing awareness makes the greatest impact.

Here are somethings you can do throughout the year:

Maintain year-round awareness

Use workplace communications to share information on cervical screening and other NHS screening services.

Visit the Public Health Wales website for information about screening in Wales.

Support flexible time-off policies

Ensure employees feel comfortable attending medical appointments.

Find out more about flexible workplaces.

Work with health professionals

Local healthcare providers or charities may be able to provide workplace sessions. These could include talks, webinars or workshops.

Cervical Screening Wales

Cervical Screening Wales is responsible for the NHS cervical screening programme in Wales. Their website provides:

• What to expect at an appointment
• Frequently asked questions
• Resources for employees and employers

Visit the Cervical Screening Wales website.

Find out more

Find out how your workplace can get involved with Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and get resources on the Macmillan website.

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