Human Papillomavirus (#HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection and is the cause of almost all #CervicalCancer. HPV vaccine is safe and prevents cervical cancer. WHO recommends 2⃣ doses for all girls aged 9-14 years. #VaccinesWork!
It’s #CervicalCancer awareness month! #HPV vaccine is highly effective. It can prevent 9⃣ in 🔟 cases of HPV – the #1 cause of cervical cancer. Yes, #VaccinesWork!
In 2020, just 13% girls aged 9-14 years were vaccinated against HPV - the virus that causes almost all #CervicalCancer. Almost 80 countries – home to around 2/3 of the global cervical cancer burden - are yet to introduce this lifesaving vaccine.
Through the #CervicalCancer elimination initiative, WHO is aiming for 90% girls globally 🌎🌍🌏 to be vaccinated against #HPV by 2030. Together, we can end cervical cancer once & for all! 👉 bit.ly/31r5iyf
Here are 5⃣ facts to pass on: 🔹HPV = human papillomavirus 🔹HPV is the MOST common STI 🔹HPV causes almost all #CervicalCancer 🔹These types of HPV can be prevented with a vaccine 🔹2 doses protect girls against cervical cancer later in life #VaccinesWork
It’s #CervicalCancer Awareness Month! All adult women should undergo regular screening to detect pre-cancer changes in the cervix which, if untreated, can develop into cervical cancer 👉 bit.ly/3svT93X
For all women 👩🏻🧕🏽👩🏿🦱👱♀️, new #CervicalCancer guidelines now recommend the HPV DNA test as the primary method for cervical screening. This detects the high-risk strains of the human papillomavirus that cause almost all cervical cancers. 👉bit.ly/2TwEyIZ
#CervicalCancer is one of the most preventable and curable forms of #cancer, if detected early. Screening should be available to women in all countries, followed by immediate treatment where needed. 👉 bit.ly/2QLlUW7
Signs of #CervicalCancer include: 🚨 Irregular or postmenopausal bleeding 🚨 Increased vaginal discharge & more severe symptoms may arise at advanced stages. 👉 bit.ly/2QLlUW7
FACT: Abnormal bleeding doesn't mean you have #CervicalCancer, but you should see your doctor or health worker as soon as possible to get it checked. x.com/who/status/148…
FACT: Abnormal bleeding doesn't mean you have #CervicalCancer, but you should see your doctor or health worker as soon as possible to get it checked. x.com/who/status/148…
@WHO I also have a question please about pregnant ladies