It can be hard to deal with the reputation that surrounds HPV and other gynecological cancers and get down to facts. With so much information-- and misinformation-- at our fingertips, getting a solid understanding of what HPV is and how it impacts the people who have it can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack.
Something every woman should know is that cervical cancer is almost always preventable. Understanding more about cervical health is the best action you can take to help prevent this kind of cancer. Here’s what you need to know.
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that connects to the vagina (birth canal). According to the National Cervical Cancer Coalition, about 99% of cervical cancers are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), a common sexually transmitted disease (STD).
Each January is recognized as Cervical Health Awareness Month, spreading the knowledge about women’s health and how they can help prevent the development of cervical cancer and related diseases. Some aren’t as familiar with what cervical cancer is, or that there are precautions you can take to reduce your risk of developing cervical cancer. Here are a few facts to share with friends and family as we recognize Cervical Health Awareness Month.
