The Department of Health is rolling out the first round of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccinations for girls between the ages of 9 and 14 until March 28, so Bonitas Medical Fund is putting the spotlight on HPV and cervical cancer.

The study, published in the Journal of the Royal Society of New Zealand, found that vaccine prevents not only cervical but also other HPV-related diseases - including cancers of the mouth and throat. It also showed a greater benefit for those vaccinated at a young age, before sexual activity, Sykes added.

The incidence of and mortality from cervical cancer are higher among rural-residing women versus their urban counterparts within the United States, according to a research letter published online March 3 in JAMA Network Open.

Discover the vital warning signs of cervical cancer that doctors say Black women need to watch for, and learn why early detection can make all the difference.

After a long decline, cervical cancer rates are rising in rural counties, increasing a gap with urban counties, a new study finds.

Bandi and her team found that past-year cervical cancer screenings in 2023 remained at 14%, which is below pre-pandemic levels. “We want to detect cancers early when they’re more treatable,” Bandi said.

As women celebrate International Women’s Day, 4CbyC is shining a light on the incredible stories of women fighting cervical cancer.

Cervical cancer incidence is rising, with rural and minoritized populations experiencing worse outcomes due to suboptimal care and screening disparities. Data from 2001-2019 reveal a widening gap in cervical cancer rates between rural and urban women,

By Evelyn ARTHUR The International Maritime Hospital (IMaH) has launched its cervical cancer awareness mqonth campaign, emphasizing early detection as a critical step in the fight against the disease.