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🌍💜 Today is World Cervical Cancer Day, a day to raise awareness, inspire action, and remind ourselves of the importance of prevention. Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer, yet it continues to claim lives. The good news? With vaccination, regular screenings, and early detection, we can reduce the impact of this disease significantly. 🔍 Key facts to remember: 1️⃣ The HPV vaccine is highly effective in preventing infections that lead to cervical cancer. 2️⃣ Routine Pap smears and HPV tests can catch early changes before they develop into cancer. 3️⃣ Awareness and access to healthcare are crucial in underserved communities where cervical cancer rates remain high. Today, let’s spread the word, empower women to prioritize their health, and advocate for equal access to preventive care. Together, we can work toward a world where cervical cancer is eliminated. 💙🩺 #WorldCervicalCancerDay #CervicalCancerAwareness #PreventionIsBetterThanCure #WomensHealth #HPVAwareness #HealthForAll

🌎 According to the World Health Organization, cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide, with around 660,000 new cases reported in 2022. 🩺 The good news? Cervical cancer is preventable and curable if caught early and treated promptly! HPV vaccination and regular screening for pre-cancer lesions are powerful tools in reducing the risk. Recognizing symptoms and seeking medical advice early can make all the difference. Don’t forget to check out our previous post about cervical cancer symptoms for more details! ⬅️ Together, we can raise awareness, improve access to essential information and services, and take proactive steps toward prevention. Every effort counts. 💪🏼

Cervical cancer is a largely preventable disease if caught early, and this week aims to ensure as many people as possible know how to reduce the risk of this cancer and to educate others. #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek Prioritising cervical health is key: 🗓️ Attending cervical screening when invited; 👩🏾⚕️ Knowing the symptoms of cervical cancer and seeking medical advice; 💉 Taking up the HPV vaccination, where appropriate; 🌐 Knowing where to find support and information. Help is always available at Cancer Care Map. Some good places to start: 1️⃣ Ask Eve (The Eve Appeal) - nurse-led information service for anyone with questions related to their gynaecological health; 2️⃣ Ambers Legacy – creating awareness for cervical cancer, especially among young women; 3️⃣ GO Girls - information about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of gynaecological cancer, online peer support group and signposting to events and fundraising support. There are many other services, including local services, and all can be found on our site. If you work with, or know of, an organisation that isn't currently listed on Cancer Care Map, please do get in touch - we're always looking to add more! #cervicalcancer #cervicalcancerawarness #cervicalcancerpreventionweek #cervicalscreening #cancersupport 

🎗️ The Green Ribbon: A Symbol of Hope for Cervical Cancer Awareness 🎗️ The green ribbon stands as a powerful symbol of awareness, support, and hope in the fight against cervical cancer. Here’s why it matters: 🌿 Why Green? Green represents life, renewal, and healing—qualities that reflect the mission to prevent and overcome cervical cancer. It’s a call to action for health, awareness, and empowerment. 🔬 Spreading Awareness The green ribbon raises awareness about cervical cancer prevention through regular screening (Pap smears and HPV tests) and the life-saving HPV vaccine. Education is vital for reducing the global burden of this preventable disease. 👩⚕️ Advocating for Women’s Health Wearing the green ribbon shows solidarity with women affected by cervical cancer and emphasizes the importance of prioritizing women’s health at all stages of life. 🤝 A Symbol of Unity This ribbon connects communities, organizations, and individuals working to reduce stigma, promote prevention, and support those battling cervical cancer. 💡 How You Can Help ⁉️ - Wear a green ribbon to spark conversations about cervical cancer. - Encourage loved ones to get screened and vaccinated. - Share facts about prevention and early detection on social media. Let’s turn awareness into action and work toward a future free of cervical cancer! #GreenRibbon #CervicalCancerAwareness #PreventionIsKey #HPVVaccine #WomensHealth

This Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, MSD is celebrating progress towards cervical cancer elimination. However, this progress has not been felt by all. Inequalities in access to HPV vaccination and cervical screening persist. Through MSD’s #RacetoElimination campaign, we’ve seen how targeted initiatives addressing local needs can drive progress in prevention. To make elimination a reality for all women, we must think differently to ensure we reach every woman, in every community and geography. #CervicalCancerPreventionWeek GB-NON-10851

Did You Know? #CervicalCancer kills more than 350,000 women a year! The #HPVVaccine has the potential to prevent cervical cancer and other HPV-attributable cancers such as oral pharyngeal cancer, anal cancer, penile, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends HPV vaccination for girls and boys starting at nine years old. Despite the benefits, many people are hesitant about the #HPV vaccine. Listen to this episode of the One World, One Health, where Dr. Grace Ryan, assistant professor of population & quantitative health sciences at the UMass Chan Medical School, discusses what she’s found about HPV vaccine hesitancy and how to get people to better understand its benefits. Tune in: https://lnkd.in/d_CrUQk6 #CancerPrevention #Vaccinesforall

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: Let’s Take Action Cervical cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among women in Kenya, but it is preventable with early detection and regular screening. As we observe Cervical Cancer Awareness Month this January, it's crucial to spread awareness and encourage women to take proactive steps in protecting their health. Key points to remember: Get screened: Regular Pap smears and HPV tests are vital for early detection. Vaccination: The HPV vaccine can significantly reduce the risk of cervical cancer. Know the symptoms: Unusual bleeding, pelvic pain, and discomfort during sex are signs to watch for. Let’s act today for a cancer-free tomorrow. #CervicalCancerAwareness #EarlyDetection #Prevention #Kenya #CancerAwareness

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women worldwide, and it is crucial that we address this issue. Despite being highly preventable, thousands of women receive a cervical cancer diagnosis each year. In India, only 1% of women undergo screening, which is drastically lower than the WHO-recommended 70%. It’s time to take action and change this statistic. Regular screenings and HPV vaccination are vital in reducing the risk of cervical cancer. This #CervicalCancerAwarenessMonth, let’s come together to spread awareness and encourage women to prioritize their health. Swipe through to learn more about cervical cancer, including what it is, its risk factors, symptoms, and prevention methods. Get screened today and motivate others to do the same. #ChinmayaMissionHospital #MissionHospital #CMH #MultiSpecialityHospital #CervicalCancerAwareness #PreventCancer #WomensHealth #VaccinationSavesLives #HealthMatters

Did You Know? #CervicalCancer kills more than 350,000 women a year! The HPV vaccine has the potential to prevent cervical cancer and other HPV-attributable cancers such as oral pharyngeal cancer, anal cancer, penile, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends #HPV vaccination for girls and boys starting at nine years old. Despite the benefits, many people are hesitant about the #HPVvaccine. Listen to this episode of the One World, One Health, where Dr. Grace Ryan, assistant professor of population & quantitative health sciences at the UMass Chan Medical School, discusses what she’s found about HPV vaccine hesitancy and how to get people to better understand its benefits. Tune in: https://ow.ly/QZwN50SA8tl #CancerPrevention

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally. All countries have committed to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem. How is WHO supporting this goal? To put all countries on the pathway to elimination, WHO’s global strategy sets 3️⃣ targets to be achieved by 2030: ✅90% of girls vaccinated with HPV vaccine by the age of 15 ✅70% of women between the ages of 35 and 45 to be screened with a high-quality test ✅90% of women with cervical disease receive treatment If these targets are met, it is estimated that 74 million new cases of cervical cancer can be averted and 62 million deaths avoided by 2120.