Cervical cancer prevention - how do we make care accessible to all?

In this episode of the Transforming Primary Care podcast, recorded early August 2026, a panel of North-East and Yorkshire health professionals chaired by GP Dr Paula Cowan, National Speciality Advisor for Gynaecology for NHS England and Regional Medical Director in the North West, discuss cervical cancer prevention. What work is taking place across the region to meet the aims of the National Cancer Plan, the Women’s Health Strategy and the 10-Year Plan? For more information on cervical screening including self-testing visit: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/cervical-screening/ For more information on improving cancer care in the North East and Yorkshire visit: https://www.england.nhs.uk/north-east-yorkshire/cancer/ For a full transcript of this episode, visit: https://www.england.nhs.uk/long-read/transforming-primary-care-podcast-s6-e1-cervical-cancer-prevention-how-do-we-make-care-more-accessible-to-all/