The Latest Breaking News from Cervical Cancer

Ignorance and apathy: Why one Indian woman dies of cervical cancer every 7 minutes

This piece is supported by the Pulitzer Center.

Newslaundry · Jul 1, 2024

New home test for cervical cancer developed by London student

Papcup could potentially replace painful smear tests and provides results in just 15 minutes

Evening Standard · Jun 28, 2024

More African nations focus on HPV vaccination against cervical cancer, but hesitancy remains

African countries have some of the world's highest rates of cervical cancer

The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2024

Breast and cervical cancer screening held in Mysuru

More than 100 women underwent screening for breast and cervical cancers during a two-day-long programme organised at Avant BKG Hospitals in Mysuru.

The Hindu · May 19, 2024

HPV vaccine prevents cervical cancer cases in deprived groups: study

HPV vaccine reduces cervical cancer cases, particularly in deprived groups, closing health inequalities, according to Cancer Research UK study.

The Hindu · May 18, 2024

Diet and lifestyle choices for expectant mothers in India's cancer-prone scenario

As expectant mothers begin their pregnancy journey, ensuring optimal health becomes paramount. It helps protect both mother and fetus from many dangerous diseases including cancer. According to the latest estimates of the global burden of disease by the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2022, there were more than 14.1 lakh…

The Times of India · May 13, 2024

Almost 600,000 in England awaiting gynaecological treatment, figures show

Exclusive: Analysis shows increase of a third in two years, prompting claim of ‘deprioritising women’s health’

The Guardian - UK · Apr 22, 2024

Lifestyle habits that can make women more prone to breast and cervical cancer

The deadliest disease across the globe is increasing at a fast pace, both in India and across the globe. In 2022, India reported over 14.13 lakh new cancer cases, which accounted for 9.16 lakh deaths (as per estimates released by the World Health Organisation) and the cancer cases amongst women…

The Times of India · Apr 7, 2024

Screening, vaccinations can reduce the risk of cervical cancer

Cervical cancer remains a significant global health concern, but with the advancement of preventive measures such as screening methods and vaccinations, there is hope for reducing its incidence and mortality rates. Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide, with an estimated 604,000 new cases and 342,000…

The Times of India · Mar 29, 2024

Beauty influencer Jessica Pettway died of cervical cancer following misdiagnosis

The 36-year-old died a year after being diagnosed with stage three cervical cancer, which doctors originally said was fibroids

The Guardian - US · Mar 21, 2024