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Cervical cancer is a disease that affects thousands of women each year. With early detection and prevention, most women will live long and healthy lives. If you have questions about cervical cancer or want to get the vaccine, please contact our...
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Pap Smear Screening
Screening for cervical cancer includes HPV testing and Pap Smear Screening. Every woman should have regular Pap tests starting at age 21 or three years after becoming sexually active, even if she has had an HPV vaccine. If you are 30 or older and...
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 90% of all cervical cancer cases are caused by HPV. HPV is a group of viruses that can be passed from one person to another during skin-to-skin contact. More than 40 types of HPV have been...
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Cervical Cancer and Prevention: What You Should Know
It's no secret that human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, it's so common that nearly every person will be exposed to it at some point in their life. But what you might...
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