HPV, cervical cancer and the vaccine

HPV vaccine that RFK once called "dangerous" credited for precancerous lesions rate plunge
The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is having a huge impact on cervical cancer prevention among young women, a U.S. government report published Thursday suggests. Why it matters: The CDC report shows that rates of precancerous lesions among women aged 20-24 screened for cervical cancer dropped by about 80% from 2008 to 2022.
HPV vaccine credited for declining cervical precancer rates
Fewer precancerous lesions are being found in young women undergoing cervical cancer screenings thanks to the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Rates of precancerous lesions in women between the ages of 20 and 24 dropped by roughly 80 percent from 2008 to 2022,
Missed the HPV vaccine? Here’s your doctor-approved plan to prevent cervical cancer
The good news is that even if you missed the ideal vaccination window, there are effective steps you can take to protect yourself against cervical cancer, Dr. Hemanandini Jayaraman, Consultant – Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road told Financial Express.com.
80% Drop In Cervical Precancer Attributed To The HPV Vaccine
Because almost all cases of cervical cancer can be traced to HPV, some countries think the vaccine will help them eliminate the disease within years.
CDC report adds to evidence that HPV vaccine prevents cervical cancer
A new government report adds to evidence that the HPV vaccine, once called dangerous by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is preventing cervical cancer in young women. The report comes after Kennedy pledged to give a family member any fees he might earn from HPV vaccine litigation.
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Rural-urban divide in cervical cancer means more cases and deaths
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Cervical Cancer Mortality Gap Widens Between Rural and Urban Areas
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HPV Vaccination Key to Preventing Women’s Cancers: Doctors
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CDC report adds to evidence that HPV vaccine is preventing cervical cancer in US women
A new government report adds to evidence that the HPV vaccine, once called dangerous by Health and Human Services Secretary ...
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Promised in 2024, govt's cervical cancer vaccine drive delayed till October this year — Here's why
News18 spoke to three senior officials in the Union health ministry who indicated that the campaign is awaiting the ...
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The HPV Vaccine: Safe, Effective, Prevents Cancer
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6 common myths about Pap smears that could put you at risk for cervical cancer
Cervical cancer deaths have dropped due to better screening, but fewer women are keeping up with tests. An AXA Health ...