Pasifika women are above average in all cancer screening statistics, Pacific Island Advisory Charitable Trust general manager Rachel Murray said.
‘‘Pasifika women are overrepresented ... so they’re less likely to be screened on time or screened at all, which can lead to higher rates of bowel, cervical and breast cancer.’’
She hoped the evening would enable Pasifika women to talk about their health and get screening checks done.
‘‘It’s just having a talanoa [talk] around what’s important for a woman and how to essentially look after themselves and their health.’’
Doctors and nurses will be there to talk about bowel and breast screening and immunisations.
After the discussion there will be an opportunity to get a free screening check and immunisations.
The evening is at the trust’s hall in Bowmont St, Invercargill.
