Pap Smear

Service Description

A Pap smear at Hazba Medical Center is a quick screening test that checks the cells of your cervix for early, pre-cancerous changes — catching problems years before they could ever become cervical cancer. It is one of the most effective cancer-prevention tools in all of medicine, and it takes about five minutes. Cervical cancer is among the most common cancers affecting Jamaican women — and it is also one of the most preventable, because it develops slowly and announces itself early to anyone who screens. Most women who develop cervical cancer haven't been screened regularly. A Pap smear every few years is, quite literally, how this cancer gets beaten. When should you have a Pap smear? From age 21, regardless of sexual history Typically every 3 year if results are normal — your doctor will confirm your personal schedule More often if you've had abnormal results before, a weakened immune system, or your doctor advises it If it's been more than 3 years — or you can't remember your last one — book now; that's the sign What actually happens (it's faster and easier than you've heard): A private room, a chaperone available on request, and a doctor who explains every step before it happens A speculum is gently placed and a small soft brush collects cells from the cervix — most women describe pressure, not pain, lasting seconds The whole appointment is about 25 minutes; the collection itself, under five Your sample goes to the lab and your results are delivered confidentially If anything is abnormal: don't panic — most abnormal results are not cancer. They're early changes that are monitored or treated simply, which is the entire point of catching them now. Your doctor explains everything and arranges any follow-up here at the clinic Why women choose Hazba Medical Center: A respectful, unhurried, judgment-free visit — no question is embarrassing here Gynecology services on-site — any follow-up happens with the same clinic, same records Combine your visit — many patients pair a Pap smear with STD testing or a gynecology consultation in one appointment Insurance accepted — Canopy Insurance and Guardian Group The fee is US$50. Our flagship clinic is at 10 Cornwall Street, Falmouth, Trelawny. To cancel or reschedule, contact us at least 24 hours in advance at +1 876-502-3362. Book your Pap smear today — your future self has been waiting for you to do this.