HPV and Cervical Cancer
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Early vaccination is best
National Cancer Institute
Read this study for an explanation of why the cervical cancer vaccine is recommended for young women before they are sexually active: It doesn't work once you develop the infection.
Vaccine FAQ
CDC
Review these answers for a good place to start your research on the cervical cancer vaccine. You'll find Information here on the vaccine's efficacy and dosing recommendations.
Cervical health screening
Healthology
The physicians interviewed in this video do a good job of clearing up misconceptions and making connections between regular pap tests and the detection of cervical cancer.
Colposcopy: What is it?
National Institutes of Health
This interactive tutorial will walk you through a colposcopy procedure, which is often employed to examine cervical cell changes that might be related to HPV and cervical cancer.
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Cervical dysplasia and HPV
Amer. Social Health Assoc.
Cervical dysplasia can be a sign that HPV or cervical cancer is present. Use this overview to understand more about how HPV can cause cellular changes that lead to cancer in the cervix.
HPV's relationship to cervical cancer
National Cancer Institute
Read this comprehensive but concise FAQ for more information on HPV and cervical cancer. Includes treatment resources.
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Assess your risk
Harvard Ctr for Cancer Prvntn
In addition to learning more about the cervical cancer vaccine, complete this quick health questionnaire to assess your risk for cervical cancer.
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What is cervical cancer?
Women's Health
Find basic information that will help you establish a firm knowledge-base and better understand risks and causes of cervical cancer.
Cause and risk case studies
National Cancer Institute
Watch, listen, read and learn more about the cause of cervical cancer and what can be done to reduce the risk of developing this disease.
Understanding risk factors
American Cancer Society
Review this information for a discussion of the infections and behaviors that are thought to cause cervical cancer.
HPV screening for cancer detection
Science Daily
HPV and cervical cancer news: Research indicates that HPV screening might do a better job detecting cervical cancer than the pap test.
How are they related?
Mayo Clinic
Review this great summary of the connection between HPV and cervical cancer, and many of your questions will be answered.
This patient education brochure answers common questions about HPV and cervical cancer and includes information that is relevant for partners if HPV is diagnosed.


