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Lets Talk Hpv L 2439X933
Kōrero mai HPV

Let's talk HPV

Protect yourself and your whānau from HPV and cervical cancer.

  • Some types of HPV can lead to cancer.

    But you can prevent it. 

     

    1. Get vaccinated against HPV
    2. Get regular cervical screening 
  • A graphic showing that free HPV vaccination is available from ages 9 to 26, and cervical screening is recommended every three or five years between the ages of 25 and 70.

  • 9-26 years old

    HPV vaccination protects against the strains of HPV that lead to cervical cancer, anal and throat cancers, and most genital warts. It’s free for all New Zealand residents aged 9-26. People with a penis can’t get cervical cancer, but they can get these other types of cancers and genital warts – and can pass HPV on. Protect yourself, your sexual partners, and your whānau with HPV vaccination.

  • Venn diagram showing that HPV can cause cancers of the penis, anus, throat, cervix, vulva, and vagina

  • The HPV vaccine is most effective at age 11 or 12 – this is when it’s offered to many tamariki at school. Or you can get it from your local medical centre, pharmacy, or some of our clinics.

    You can also get the HPV vaccination if you’re 27 or older, or if you’re not a New Zealand resident – but you'll have to pay. 

    Find out about getting the HPV vaccine

    25-70 years old

    Cervical screening saves lives. It’s how we check if you have the types of HPV or cell changes that could develop into cervical cancer. You need to do it every three or five years from the age of 25 to 70. 

    There are two types of cervical screening:

    • HPV self-test

    • Cervical sample (also known as a smear test) 

    The HPV self-test is a new type of test where you – or a nurse or doctor – use a swab to take a sample of cells from your vagina. Lots of people find it easier and more comfortable than a cervical sample. And there’s now an even easier way to do it, with our at-home HPV test. 

    Find out more:

    Testing positive for HPV or cell changes doesn’t mean you have cervical cancer. Often your body gets rid of HPV by itself. But you will need further tests to check. And you might need to get cervical screening more often.

    Sometimes people need treatment to remove any area of cell changes. It’s important to get treatment early. Early treatment of cell changes is almost always successful in preventing cancer. 

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