As the world celebrates Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, here are some facts to know about the killer disease. Cancer of the cervix is a very common kind of cancer in women that occurs when cancer (malignant) cells are found in the tissues of the cervix—the opening of the uterus (womb). The cervix connects the uterus to the vagina (birth canal). Cancer...
Cervical cancer is one of the most common types of cancer affecting women worldwide, yet many remain unaware of the risk factors that can increase their chances of developing it. While regular screenings and the HPV vaccine play a crucial role in prevention, understanding what may contribute to your risk is just as important. According to the World Health Organization...
Cervical cancer is the most common gynecological cancer and a leading cause of cancer death in women in Nigeria, killing one woman every hour and over 9000 women every year. It occurs when abnormal cells on the cervix grow out of control. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina. Various strains of the human...