A shot in the arm
5 months ago

A shot in the arm

New Indian Express  

BENGALURU: Philanthropist and author Sudha Murty’s maiden speech at Rajya Sabha, where she called for a government-supported vaccination program to combat cervical cancer, has thrown light on the critical need for cervical cancer prevention in India. Her speech has also raised curiosity among the general public on what cervical cancer is, why we should be concerned, and how vaccination helps combat the challenge. Every year approximately 6,00,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, with 60-70 per cent succumbing to the disease. Stigma surrounding cervical cancer Although cervical cancer is prevalent and is curable if detected at early stages, lack of awareness about cervical cancer, social stigma, and misinformation often prevent women from seeking timely medical advice.

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Why men too should take the cervical cancer vaccine
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Why men too should take the cervical cancer vaccine

India Today  

Cervical cancer is a significant health concern, affecting women around the world. By understanding the importance of cervical cancer awareness, regular screenings and the HPV vaccine for both men and women, we can work towards curbing this disease and reducing its impact on individuals and society as a whole. The HPV vaccine is an effective preventive measure against cervical cancer …

Understanding Cervical Cancer: Causes, Risks, and Prevention | Health Live
3 months ago

Understanding Cervical Cancer: Causes, Risks, and Prevention | Health Live

ABP News  

Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells in the cervix begin to grow uncontrollably. The primary cause of cervical cancer is persistent infection with certain strains of human papillomavirus, a sexually transmitted infection. While many HPV infections are cleared by the immune system without causing any problems, some high-risk strains can lead to changes in cervical cells over time. Other factors …

A shot in the arm
5 months ago

A shot in the arm

New Indian Express  

KOCHI: Recently, the Rajya Sabha witnessed a speech, one that deals with a pertinent issue — cervical cancer and a government supported vaccination programme to combat it. Every year approximately 6,00,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, with 60-70 per cent succumbing to the disease. Stigma surrounding cervical cancer Though cervical cancer is prevalent and is curable if detected at …

More African nations focus on HPV vaccination against cervical cancer, but hesitancy remains
5 months, 4 weeks ago

More African nations focus on HPV vaccination against cervical cancer, but hesitancy remains

New Indian Express  

ABUJA: Yunusa Bawa spends a lot of time talking about the vaccine for the human papillomavirus that is responsible for nearly all cases of cervical cancer. As more African countries strive to administer more HPV vaccines, Bawa and other health workers tackle challenges that slow progress, particularly misinformation about the vaccine. A common sexually transmitted virus, HPV can cause cervical …

Opinion: Finally, a cervical cancer screening that allows women more autonomy
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Opinion: Finally, a cervical cancer screening that allows women more autonomy

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Dr. Megan L. Ranney is an emergency physician and dean of Yale School of Public Health. Megan Ranney courtesy of Megan Ranney Unfortunately, too many people can’t or don’t access cervical cancer screening. So, we’re excited to see the news about the US Food and Drug Administration’s approval of new methods that allow patients to collect their own …

The big C and a publicity campaign
10 months, 2 weeks ago

The big C and a publicity campaign

The Hindu  

This week in health news was crowned by the bizarre, over the weekend. In what could qualify as an offensive, insensitive stunt, small-time celebrity, an actor and model Poonam Pandey’s social media handle announced that she had died of cervical cancer. Some X users in India stigmatised cervical cancer patients after Poonam Pandey’s misadventure, linking cervical cancer to sex work …

Why Cervical Cancer Is So Common And How STIs Increase Your Risk - News18
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Cervical Cancer Is So Common And How STIs Increase Your Risk - News18

News 18  

Sex may permeate our popular culture, but conversations about it are still associated with stigma and shame in Indian households. Immunosuppression: A weakened immune system makes it harder for the body to fight off an HPV infection, raising cervical cancer risk. A weakened immune system makes it harder for the body to fight off an HPV infection, raising cervical cancer …

World Cancer Day 2024: Prevention tips to combat Cervical Cancer
10 months, 2 weeks ago

World Cancer Day 2024: Prevention tips to combat Cervical Cancer

India TV News  

Cervical cancer is often detected in the last stage due to several factors including the lack of early symptoms, limited access to regular screenings, and insufficient awareness about the importance of preventive measures such as HPV vaccination and regular check-ups. However, it's important to note that early-stage cervical cancer may not present any symptoms, highlighting the importance of regular screenings …

Over 8,500 new cases of cervical cancer in Tamil Nadu in 2023, says Centre
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Over 8,500 new cases of cervical cancer in Tamil Nadu in 2023, says Centre

The Hindu  

There were 8,534 estimated cases of cervical cancer in Tamil Nadu in 2023, according to data from the Government of India. Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Satya Pal Singh Baghel, in response to unstarred questions on cervical cancer raised by Member of Parliament D. Ravikumar, said that a population-based initiative for prevention, control and screening for common …

Cervical cancer: Jab the crab away
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Cervical cancer: Jab the crab away

New Indian Express  

KOCHI: Cervical cancer, the most prevalent form of cancer among women, is distinct due to its viral origin. Much like the global efforts against Covid-19, medical science has set its sights on combating this virus, with the World Health Organization aiming to eliminate cervical cancer globally by 2030 through a comprehensive strategy. As HPV is primarily transmitted through sexual intercourse, …

World Cancer Day 2024: Not just women, HPV vaccine is crucial for young men too; 5 reasons
10 months, 3 weeks ago

World Cancer Day 2024: Not just women, HPV vaccine is crucial for young men too; 5 reasons

Hindustan Times  

HPV vaccine is touted as the most effective way to safeguard young women from cervical cancer. However, the benefits of HPV vaccine also extend to men as it can safeguard them from different kinds of cancer like neck and also head, penile, anal, and oropharyngeal malignancies. The HPV vaccine stands as a powerful defence against this common infection, Cervical cancer …

The importance of periodic testing for Human Papillomavirus
11 months ago

The importance of periodic testing for Human Papillomavirus

The Hindu  

The New Year brings a whole host of resolutions. Now, says Dr. Gajaraj, HPV DNA testing is the recommended method for screening for cervical cancer: this involves testing cells from the cervix for infections with any of the HPV types that could cause cancer. The WHO, too, recommends that HPV DNA testing be the first-choice screening method for cervical cancer …

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2024: Understanding the stages of cervical cancer
11 months, 1 week ago

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2024: Understanding the stages of cervical cancer

Hindustan Times  

January is labelled as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and as per a report by Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai, cervical cancer claims the life of one woman every eight minutes in India. Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2024: Understanding the stages of cervical cancer After breast cancer, it is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths among Indian women. Stage …

Cervical Cancer Deaths Can Be Reduced By Over 63 Per Cent Through Primary HPV Test Every 5 Years: Research
1 year ago

Cervical Cancer Deaths Can Be Reduced By Over 63 Per Cent Through Primary HPV Test Every 5 Years: Research

ABP News  

The implementation of updated screening guidelines by the World Health Organization can help reduce over 63 per cent of cervical cancer death rates in low-to-middle-income countries, new research led by the Daffodil Centre, a research centre on cancer control and policy, and a joint venture of Cancer Council NSW and the University of Sydney, has found. MUST READ | COP28: …

Monitoring abnormal cells ‘could increase cervical cancer risk in long term’
1 year ago

Monitoring abnormal cells ‘could increase cervical cancer risk in long term’

The Independent  

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What you need to know about new research into treating cervical cancer
1 year, 2 months ago

What you need to know about new research into treating cervical cancer

The Independent  

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Women with mental illness are prone to developing cervical cancer: study reveals
1 year, 8 months ago

Women with mental illness are prone to developing cervical cancer: study reveals

India TV News  

According to a recent study published in The Lancet Public Health, women with a history of neuropsychiatric disability, mental illness, or substance abuse are at a higher risk of developing cervical cancer, as they are less likely to undergo gynaecological screening tests. According to the World Health Organization, almost all cases of cervical cancer are caused by infection with high-risk …

Cervical Cancer: What are the symptoms and remedies
1 year, 10 months ago

Cervical Cancer: What are the symptoms and remedies

Firstpost  

The symptoms of cervical cancer can be subtle at first, and they may not appear until the cancer has progressed to an advanced stage. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the world amongst women and is a type of cancer affecting the cervix, the lower part of the uterus opening into the vagina. Though this condition affects …

Signs of cervical cancer: How I knew I had symptoms
1 year, 10 months ago

Signs of cervical cancer: How I knew I had symptoms

The Independent  

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Cervical cancer symptoms and signs from Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust
1 year, 10 months ago

Cervical cancer symptoms and signs from Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust

The Independent  

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Serum Institute launches country’s first HPV vaccine against cervical cancer: Adar Poonawalla
1 year, 10 months ago

Serum Institute launches country’s first HPV vaccine against cervical cancer: Adar Poonawalla

Live Mint  

On the occasion of National Girl Child Day, the Serum Institute of India on Tuesday launched the first indigenously developed human papillomavirus vaccine -- “CERVAVAC,” against the cervical cancer in women. “On the occasion of India’s National Girl Child Day and Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, @SerumInstIndia is pleased to launch the first made-in-India HPV vaccine by the hands of our …

10 Facts You Need To Know About Human Papillomavirus Infection (HPV)
1 year, 11 months ago

10 Facts You Need To Know About Human Papillomavirus Infection (HPV)

News 18  

Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer of women in India, despite being largely preventable. India accounts for the highest number of cervical cancer cases as every year approximately 1.25 lakh women are diagnosed with cervical cancer, and over 75 thousand die from the disease in India. HPV 16 or 18 causes 83 percent of invasive cervical cancers and …

All That You Need To Know About HPV
1 year, 11 months ago

All That You Need To Know About HPV

ABP News  

New Delhi: Cervical cancer is the second most common cancer of women in India, despite being largely preventable. HPV 16 or 18 causes 83 percent of invasive cervical cancers and it takes 15-20 years from contracting the infection to developing cancer. The most effective prevention strategy for cervical cancer is the systematic screening of women along with treatment and HPV …

Cervical Health Awareness Month 2023: All You Need To Know
1 year, 11 months ago

Cervical Health Awareness Month 2023: All You Need To Know

News 18  

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that affects the cervix, the lowermost part of the uterus. “Cervical cancer is associated with several factors, including poor genital hygiene, early age of marriage, multiple sexual partners, and repeated pregnancies. It’s important to be aware of HPV and its associated risks, as well as getting regular cervical cancer screenings and HPV vaccines …

How to deal with cervical cancer in time
1 year, 11 months ago

How to deal with cervical cancer in time

Hindustan Times  

Cervical cancer has been a neglected cancer in India, in-spite of having a very effective screening method, which can be not only prevent the cervical cancer but can be eliminated by early diagnosis and treatment. Persistent of infection for at least for six months duration with high-risk HPV types is the first step in progression from HPV infection to cervical …

Girls aged 9 to 14 to get cervical cancer vaccines through schools
2 years ago

Girls aged 9 to 14 to get cervical cancer vaccines through schools

The Hindu  

The government will provide vaccines for the prevention of cervical cancer to girls aged between 9 and 14 years through their schools. In a joint letter, the Union Education Secretary Sanjay Kumar and Union Health Secretary Mr. Rajesh Bhushan have requested the States and Union Territories to issue appropriate directions for organising HPV vaccination centres in schools and identifying a …

Centre Asks States to Raise Awareness About Cervical Cancer, Importance of HPV Vaccine
2 years ago

Centre Asks States to Raise Awareness About Cervical Cancer, Importance of HPV Vaccine

News 18  

The government has asked all states and Union Territories to create awareness on prevention of cervical cancer, the importance of HPV vaccine among girl and organise vaccination camps in schools. "Cervical cancer is a preventable and curable disease as long as it is detected early and managed effectively," said the letter written by Union Education Secretary Sanjay Kumar and Health …

Cervical cancer dramatically rising in women over 30; expert on top reasons
2 years ago

Cervical cancer dramatically rising in women over 30; expert on top reasons

Hindustan Times  

Cervical cancer cases among women in their eary 30s have dramatically increased in recent times, a study published in Journal of the American Medical Association said. Reasons why cervical cancer is on rise in women over 30 Dr Kapoor also opened up on reasons behind increases incidence of cervical cancer in women above 30. Multiple sex partners Dr Kapoor says …

Cervical cancer risk increases with smoking; know its symptoms and treatments
2 years, 1 month ago

Cervical cancer risk increases with smoking; know its symptoms and treatments

India TV News  

Cervical cancer is a health ailment that affects primarily the body of a woman. Research studies have claimed that all women are at risk for cervical cancer, but it occurs mostly in women over the age of 30. 3) Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse is also a sign of cervical cancer 4) Fatigue: Even after adequate sleep and rest, …

Cervical cancer: 6 lifestyle changes to prevent the disease
2 years, 11 months ago

Cervical cancer: 6 lifestyle changes to prevent the disease

Hindustan Times  

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix — the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. You can greatly reduce your risk of developing cervical cancer with regular screening tests and receiving a vaccine that protects against HPV infection. Women whose diets are low in fruits and vegetables are …

11 biggest misconceptions about HPV
2 years, 11 months ago

11 biggest misconceptions about HPV

The Independent  

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It is time for global action against cervical cancer
3 years, 1 month ago

It is time for global action against cervical cancer

Al Jazeera  

COVID-19 is the wake-up call for health equity: Let’s use it to help women rise from the nightmare of cervical cancer. In the highest-risk countries, mainly in Sub-Saharan Africa, 75 out of 100,000 women suffer from cervical cancer, compared with fewer than 10 women in low-risk nations. As with COVID-19, inequity is at the core of the cervical cancer crisis: …

All you need to know about cervical health
3 years, 5 months ago

All you need to know about cervical health

Live Mint  

It is quite amazing how many patients I see are unfamiliar with their own resproductive and sexual organs. This routine screening for cervical health is important because the cervix can be infected with a very common virus called HPV or the Human Papilloma Virus. But certain strains of the virus cause cervical cancer and this viral infection is pretty much …

US cervical cancers fall but other sex-related cancers rise
3 years, 7 months ago

US cervical cancers fall but other sex-related cancers rise

Associated Press  

Screening and the HPV vaccine have led to drops in cervical cancers over the last two decades in the U.S., a new study finds, but the gains are offset by a rise in other tumors caused by the virus. For older women, anal cancer and a rare type of rectal cancer caused by HPV may be more common than cervical …

Mum, 34, who was diagnosed with cervical cancer urges women to get checked
3 years, 9 months ago

Mum, 34, who was diagnosed with cervical cancer urges women to get checked

Daily Mail  

A fit and healthy Sydney mum who was given a shock cervical cancer diagnosis on February 18 is urging women to stay on top of their checkups to avoid a similar fate. Brooke Gold, 34, has always been diligent with pap smears but admitted to delaying seeing her doctor over the past five years due to her busy lifestyle and …

Cervical Cancer: What Women Must Know About Risks & Prevention
3 years, 11 months ago

Cervical Cancer: What Women Must Know About Risks & Prevention

The Quint  

It is one of the cancers which have a long latent period, which means that if somebody is infected with HPV, it takes about 10-15 years usually for the cancer to develop. The pap smear test along with HPV testing form the core foundation of how cervical cancer can be prevented. A woman should get a pap smear done from …

Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month: Early diagnosis afford patients better quality of life, disease management
4 years, 2 months ago

Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month: Early diagnosis afford patients better quality of life, disease management

Firstpost  

With advancements in science and technology, healthcare delivery of cancer has also evolved and there are screening measures in place for cancer diagnosis. This type of cancer is not easy to detect in its early stages due to its vague symptoms like bloating, abdominal pain, increased frequency or urgency of urination, fatigue, constipation, irregular menstrual cycle. Some of the symptoms …

Cervical, ovarian and three other types of gynaecological cancers that affect women; timely screening key for prevention
4 years, 3 months ago

Cervical, ovarian and three other types of gynaecological cancers that affect women; timely screening key for prevention

Firstpost  

Estimates suggest that every year in India, more than 1,22,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and over 67,000 of these patients die There is a lack of awareness in the world when it comes to gynaecological cancers. Gynaecological cancers affect the reproductive organs in women and are five different types - cervical, vaginal, ovarian, uterine and vulvar. Multiple pregnancies, …

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