For healthcare providers | 3-min read
Why it matters:
Ontario Health is replacing the Pap test with the HPV test as the primary method for cervical cancer screening. This shift aligns with global best practices and improves early detection.
What’s next:
- Prepare for the transition by reviewing Ontario Health’s resources and FAQs at ontariohealth.ca/hpvhub.
- Stay informed by watching recorded webinars tailored for providers conducting cervical screening and colposcopy.
- Reach out with questions to Ontario Health at cancerinfo@ontariohealth.ca.
Dig deeper:
Ontario Health (Cancer Care Ontario) has updated its cervical cancer screening protocol, replacing the Pap test with the HPV test. The HPV test is more effective at detecting high-risk strains of the virus that cause cervical cancer, leading to earlier intervention and improved outcomes.
This change impacts both routine screenings and follow-up testing in colposcopy. Healthcare providers should review Ontario Health’s resources to ensure a smooth transition.
