January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Regular screenings play an important role in early prevention and detection of cervical cancer. Below are several key statistics for cervical cancer, as well as two of the most important preventative measures you can take to lower your risk of developing cervical cancer. Your cervical cancer screening can be performed during your annual gynecological exam. Visit the American Cancer Society and U.S. Preventative Services Task Force websites for more key statistics and screening recommendations. If you would like to schedule your screening, call our office at 630.882.0264.
References:
American Cancer Society. (2020, July 30). Can cervical cancer be prevented: Ways to prevent cervical cancer. American Cancer Society. Retrieved January 26, 2022, from https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cervical-cancer/causes-risks-prevention/prevention.html
American Cancer Society. (2022, January 12). Cervical cancer statistics: Key Facts About Cervical Cancer. American Cancer Society. Retrieved January 26, 2022, from https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cervical-cancer/about/key-statistics.html
U.S. Preventative Services Task Force. (2018, August 21). Cervical cancer: Screening. Recommendation: Cervical Cancer: Screening | United States Preventive Services Taskforce. Retrieved January 26, 2022, from https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/cervical-cancer-screening#fullrecommendationstart