Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable forms of cancer — thanks to modern medicine, regular screening, and vaccination.
Yet, it still affects hundreds of thousands of women worldwide each year.
The good news?
👉 Nearly all cases are caused by a common virus — and with the right knowledge, they can be prevented.
Let’s explore what really causes cervical cancer, the role of HPV, and how you can protect your health — without fear or blame.
🔬 What Causes Cervical Cancer?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is responsible for over 99% of cervical cancer cases.
- HPV is a common sexually transmitted infection — 80% of people will get it at some point
- Most infections clear on their own
- But certain high-risk types (like HPV 16 and 18) can lead to cell changes that, if untreated, may become cancer over time
✅ It’s not about behavior, morality, or blame — it’s about biology and prevention.
🛡️ How to Prevent Cervical Cancer
1. Get the HPV Vaccine
- Recommended for boys and girls ages 9–12, and for adults up to age 45
- Protects against the most dangerous types of HPV
- Highly effective — studies show it has reduced cervical cancer rates by up to 90% in vaccinated populations
💉 Available as Gardasil 9 — safe and widely used.
2. Get Regular Pap Smears (Pap Tests)
- Detects abnormal cells on the cervix before they turn into cancer
- Recommended every 3–5 years (depending on age and test type)
- Often combined with HPV testing
✅ Early detection saves lives.
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