Cervical Cancer
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A vaccine against cancer
Mayo Clinic
Scientists have discovered a vaccine against cervical cancer. This website helps understand the key points regarding the vaccine.
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To vaccinate or not?
Health Finder
That is the question. Why is the cervical cancer vaccine sparking so much debate? See what the uproar is about.
Why are regular Pap smears important?
Yahoo Health
A - Because early detection is key to the treatment of cervical cancer. The earlier the diagnosis, the better the rates of survival. This table sums it up.
Risk factors and causes
Cancer Research UK
What increases your chances of getting cervical cancer? Did you know - number of pregnancies, age, genetics all play a role? Learn more here.
Understanding your risk
National Cancer Institute
Are you at risk for cervical cancer? Take this simple quiz to figure out the risks and how to minimize them.
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Prevention is better than cure
Univ. of Maryland
Protect yourself against cervical cancer by learning how to prevent HPV infection.
All about cervical cancer
Net Doctor
Brief overview of cervical cancer - the whats, whys and hows.
Answers to all your questions about the human papilloma virus (HPV) which causes cervical cancer from the makers of the first HPV test kit. Note - link is for women over 30. If you under 30, please click on the appropriate link to get relevant info.
What tests can your doctor perform to test for cervical cancer? Who should get the tests?
All about cervical cancer
Net Doctor
Brief overview of cervical cancer - the whats, whys and hows.
What is cervical cancer?
American Cancer Society
A concise definition of cervical cancer.
What is the Pap smear test?
Medline Plus
Want to find out more about the Pap smear test and cervical cancer? Watch this video tutorial to get a detailed look at the Pap smear test.
Stages of cervical cancer
Imaginis
Staging of cancers are based on the size and location of a patient?s cancer. Learn about the different stages in cervical cancer and corresponding treatment options at this site.
New test for cervical cancer
Medical News Today
Scientists discover a cheaper yet effective way to test for cervical cancer. How does it work?
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Knowing the symptoms may save your life
Revolution Health
Learn the symptoms of cervical cancer and help detect it earlier.
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Treatments for cervical cancer
Univ. of Maryland
What treatment options are available to someone diagnosed with cervical cancer? Portal site provides links to learn more about treatment options for different stages of cervical cancer.
