GEORGETOWN Public Hospital and Ministry of Health collaboration with Jhpiego and Omni Med of the United States has resulted in the conduct of screening for cervical cancer here from October 12 to 16.

The process will be using visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) and the single visit approach.

A release said this method of screening provides immediate results and, if necessary, treatment.

Women from all parts of the country are encouraged to call telephone number 646-1463 to make appointment for the purpose at venues in Georgetown and New Amsterdam.