Top cancer charity apologizes for using word 'cervix' instead of trans-friendly 'front hole'

"Front hole" sounds rather rude to me

The Canadian Cancer Society, which is run by philanthropist Andrea Seale, acknowledged the LGBTQ+ community on a webpage dedicated to cervical cancer, under the page's 'words matter' section.

The non-profit said that 'many' non-binary people and transgender men have 'mixed feelings' or 'feel distanced' from the term cervix.

'We recognize that many trans men and non-binary people may have mixed feelings about or feel distanced from words like "cervix",' the statement said.

'You may prefer other words, such as “front hole.” We recognize the limitations of the words we’ve used while also acknowledging the need for simplicity. Another reason we use words like “cervix” is to normalize the reality that men can have these body parts too.'

Cervical cancer occurs when a growth of cells form inside the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.

Most of the time, it's caused by the common sexually transmitted infection human papillomavirus (HPV).

The cancer can be treated with radiation, chemotherapy, medicine and surgery to remove the cells.

According to the Canadian Cancer Society, anyone with a cervix, 'regardless of gender or sexual orientation,' should get regular cervical cancer screenings or pap smears by the age of 25.

The non-profit added that people need to get screened every three years regardless if they are taking testosterone or not.

'It’s important to tell your healthcare provider if you are taking testosterone because this can cause changes to cervical tissue that can affect your test results,' the charity added.

The Canadian Cancer Society also noted that healthcare providers 'should help you understand the benefits and limitations of cancer screening.'

'They should affirm your gender and perform any tests in a way that reduces your discomfort and any feelings of gender dysphoria you may have as much as possible,' the charity said.

The charity also highlighted ways that trans, non-binary and gender-diverse people face 'significant barriers' when accessing healthcare, including transphobia and discrimination, limited knowledge from healthcare providers, concerns about emotional and physical safety, and a 'lack of trans-specific resources.'

Many commenters quickly flocked to social media to respond to the non-profit's stance.

'Cervix! I have a damn cervix. This is just gross. You will never receive another donation from me,' one said.

Another wrote: 'How uncaring are you to ignore the identity, biology amd [sic] feelings of people who actually have a cervix. You need to be ashamed.'

Tom Quiggin, a former military intelligence officer and intelligence contractor for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, also commented on the statement.

'It may be time to walk away from the Canadian Cancer Society. They have lost the plot,' Quiggin said on Friday.

Another commenter said: 'I guess the Canadian Cancer Society doesn't want our donations. Why else would they insult women like that

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-13510709/cervical-canadian-cancer-society-cervix-hole.html

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