Lesbian wrongly told she didn't need a smear test because of her sexuality
Briefly

"I went to go get [a] smear test and they were like, you don't need to get one because you're a lesbian. It's just coming out with all these assumptions and misinformation about queer sex."
"It's just coming out with all these assumptions and misinformation about queer sex. If I hadn't known better, that could have caused real harm."
Cox emphasized the need for 'sensitivity training in healthcare,' urging others to speak up for themselves about health issues.
"The NHS insists that screening is for anyone with a cervix regardless of gender or sexuality, but misconceptions persist that undermine this crucial health service."
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