cervical cancer

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True or False: Cervical Cancer

Take our quiz to see how much you know about cervical cancer screening, signs of cervical cancer and other important facts

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Why Are More Women Being Diagnosed with Cervical Cancer Later?

Rates of cervical cancer have dropped significantly in the past 50 years, but a recent uptick in diagnoses has experts concerned

Woman with cancer contemplating and relaxing at home

¿Por qué más mujeres están recibiendo diagnósticos de cánceres cervicales de etapas más avanzadas?

Las tasas de cáncer cervical han disminuido significativamente durante los últimos 50 años, pero los expertos están preocupados por un repunte reciente de diagnósticos

Ask the Expert: HPV and Cervical Cancer

Ask the Expert: HPV and Cervical Cancer

Nancy R. Berman, MSN, ANP-BC, NCMP, FAANP, answers questions about HPV, cervical cancer and how the two are connected

A Conversation About HPV & Cervical Cancer Screening

A Conversation About HPV & Cervical Cancer Screening

Learn how to ask for information about HPV vaccines and cervical cancer screening in Liliana's Story: A Fotonovela

How to Talk to Your Healthcare Provider About Getting the HPV Vaccine as an Adult

How to Talk to Your Healthcare Provider About Getting the HPV Vaccine as an Adult

The HPV vaccine is ideally given to boys and girls at age 11 or 12, but it’s approved for adults up to age 45. If you haven’t had it, here’s how you can talk to your HCP about whether you should get it.

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Planned Parenthood Saved Me from Cervical Cancer

When I found out I had precancerous cells in my cervix, the nonprofit provided me top-notch medical care at no cost

photo of two women during group psychotherapy

Planned Parenthood me salvó de cáncer cervical

Cuando descubrí que tenía células precancerosas en mi cuello uterino, esta organización sin fines de lucro me proporcionó atención médica de primera sin costo

Cervical Cancer Stages and Treatments

Cervical Cancer Stages and Treatments

Learn the facts about cervical cancer stages and treatments

Cervical Cancer Stages and Treatments

Etapas y tratamientos del cáncer cervical

Obtén información relacionada con las etapas y tratamientos del cáncer cervical

HPV Vaccine

HPV Vaccine: What You Might Have Missed During the Pandemic

If you missed your HPV vaccine because of the pandemic, don’t worry. You don’t have to start over.

HPV Vaccine

Vacuna del VPH: Lo que puede que no hayas hecho durante la pandemia

Si no recibiste la vacuna del VPH por la pandemia, no te preocupes. No tienes que empezar de cero.

Teffani Johnson

I Could Have Stopped Cervical Cancer With a Routine Test

As a new mom at 46, I let life get in the way of my personal health

LaToya Kight

My Close Friend’s Cancer Diagnosis Helped Save My Life

After losing my close friend to cancer that was diagnosed too late, I knew I had to advocate for myself

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HPV, Cervical Cancer and Cervical Cancer Screening: What Do You Need to Know?

Cervical cancer is highly preventable. The answers to these common questions could help save your life.

Cervical Cancer Screening Can Save Your Life

Cervical Cancer Screening Can Save Your Life

Don't let costs stop you from getting screened

Understanding Your HPV Type and the Risks That Go With It

Understanding Your HPV Type and the Risks That Go With It

Testing for HPV types can help you understand your risk of disease

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Removing Barriers to Cervical Cancer Screening for the LGBTQ Community

Misinformation, bias and lack of access to health care can put LGBTQ people with cervixes at greater risk of developing cancer

Doctor Talking With a Patient About HPV

Conversation Tips for Talking With a Patient About HPV

Screening, vaccination and conversation are crucial to preventing HPV and cervical cancer

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It’s Baaaack: An Old HPV Infection Can Become Active Again as You Get Older

Think you don't need cervical cancer screenings as you age? Think again.

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The Importance of Cervical Cancer Screening During COVID-19 and Beyond

Screenings like the Pap and HPV tests can prevent cervical cancer — but only if people get them