Cervical cancer

Cervical cancer rates are predicted to fall following the introduction of HPV primary screening this year.

A new cervical cancer test is big news this week. The science behind the headlines is exciting, but it’s a long way from being used in cervical screening.

New research shows women who have had the HPV vaccine may only need 3 cervical screens in their entire life, rather than the 12 that are standard in the UK.

For Cervical Screening Awareness Week we answer some commonly asked questions around who the procedure is for, and what it involves.

In the second part of our World Cancer Day series, we take a look at cervical cancer rates in different parts of the world. Read on to find out what can be done to prevent the disease in the future.

New research has revealed the differences between attitudes to cancer screening and whether people take part – one of the scientists behind the study explores.

In the latest instalment of our cancer and infections series, we explore the history behind the cancer-causing human papillomavirus.

To mark cervical screening awareness week we explore the evidence on how the programme could be improved to prevent more cases of cervical cancer in the future.

In tribute to Anne Szarewski we look at her career and the huge contribution she made to our understanding of the links between HPV and cancer.

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