HPV vaccine cuts cervical cancer death risk to nearly zero
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Cervical cancer is a serious health concern for women worldwide, with various types affecting the cervix’s cells. Understanding the most common types of cervical cancer, their causes, and prevention strategies is crucial for early detection and effective ...
HPV vaccination uptake needs to be actively encouraged Human Papillomaviruses (HPVs) cause almost all cervical cancers globally. Vaccines against the types that cause most of these cancers have been shown in randomised controlled trials to be extremely effective at preventing infection and intraepithelial neoplasia.
Certain high-risk HPV types can cause changes in cervical cells that may eventually develop into cancer if left untreated. Regular screening helps identify these infections and abnormal cell changes before cancer develops.
