A Pap test or a Pap smear checks for abnormal cell changes in the cervix. In Ontario, women over 21 years old are eligible for a Pap test every 3 years. All Pap tests are covered by OHIP. Make sure you find out from your doctor when you had your last Pap test.
It is important for women to have a Pap test because it can save your life. The Pap test allows your doctor to detect for early signs of cervical cancer and immediately initiate treatment if necessary. If cervical cancer is detected early, the chance of successful treatment is very high.
The cause of cervical cancer is almost 100% due to a type of virus called the Human papillomavirus (HPV). Every 3 out of 4 women will get the HPV virus at some point in their lives and there are usually no signs or symptoms.
There are vaccines available that can protect against the HPV. Gardasil is the vaccine used in the Ontario's HPV immunization program that protects against 4 types of HPV. Recently a new vaccine, Gardasil 9, became available. It can protect against additional types of HPV. In Ontario, the HPV vaccine is available free of charge to all Grade 8 girls through school-based clinics. The vaccine is given in 3 doses. After the 1st dose is given, the 2nd dose is scheduled for 2 months after. The third dose is given about 6 months after the 1st dose. It is important to get all 3 doses for full protection.
For women, who did not received the vaccine in Grade 8. Ask your doctor about getting the vaccine now. For girls in Grade 9 to Grade 12, they can still get the vaccine free of charge at the Public Health Unit. For contact information, please click on the link below:
http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/common/system/services/phu/locations.aspx
Custom Care Pharmacy has both vaccines
(Gardasil and Gardasil 9) in stock. If you have questions about the vaccines, please feel free to contact our pharmacist at 905-305-0111.
Also, SMARTGRAIN FLAXSEED powder is back in stock!
Read our blog from June 2014:
http://customcarepharmacy.blogspot.ca/2014/06/part-2-high-cholesterol-drugs-diet-tips.html
to learn how Flaxseed powder can help reduce your cholesterol!
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