NHS England Pledges to Eliminate Cervical Cancer by 2040

Improved Vaccination and Screening Rates, Along with Potential Introduction of At-Home Tests, Key to Achieving Goal

NHS England has pledged to eliminate cervical cancer by 2040, a goal that will be achieved through improved rates of vaccination and screening.
The HPV vaccine, which prevents 99% of cervical cancer cases, is currently administered to 86% of girls and 81% of boys in England.
Despite the effectiveness of the vaccine, cervical screening remains crucial as it can spot early signs of cancer and prevent three-quarters of cases from developing.
Current figures show that one in three women eligible for cervical screening do not come forward for it.
To address this, the NHS is considering the introduction of at-home tests and is working to make it easier for people to check their vaccination history and book appointments via the NHS app.