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Ring in the New Year with Cervical Health Awareness Month on January 1st! This month is dedicated to raising awareness and educating people about cervical cancer and other related diseases. It's an important reminder for women to get regular screenings, as early detection can be key to preventing serious health issues. This month also serves to recognize the progress made in treatment and prevention over the years - from better access to healthcare services, to advances in medical technology. So join us this month in celebrating cervical health!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1928</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pap Smear Invention</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Pap smear test, a screening procedure for cervical cancer, was invented by George Papanicolaou.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1941</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pap Smear Adoption</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Pap smear test began to be widely adopted by gynecologists, significantly reducing the morbidity and mortality of cervical cancer.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1983</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>HPV Discovery</div><div class='timeline-text'>Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), the main cause of cervical cancer, was discovered by Harald zur Hausen who later received the Nobel Prize for this finding.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2006</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>HPV Vaccine Release</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first HPV vaccine, Gardasil, was released, providing a new way of preventing cervical cancer by protecting against high-risk types of HPV.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Cervical Health Awareness Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Cervical Health Awareness Month was established in the United States to increase public understanding of cervical health and its link to HPV.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Screening Updates</div><div class='timeline-text'>Updated guidelines emphasized less frequent but more sensitive testing, including primary HPV testing, as a preferred method of cervical cancer screening.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Schedule a Pap Test</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make sure to schedule a Pap test to check for abnormal cells in the cervix. This is a quick and easy procedure that can help detect any changes in the cervix that could lead to cancer.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Read up on cervical health and the importance of regular screenings and vaccinations. Educating yourself will help you make informed decisions about your own health as well as that of your family and friends.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Talk to your doctor</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you have any questions or concerns about cervical health, talk to your doctor right away. They can provide you with more information and help you understand what steps to take.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread awareness</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share articles, blogs, and videos about cervical health and awareness with your friends and family. The more people know about this important topic, the better.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Get vaccinated</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Cervical cancer is preventable through vaccination. Talk to your doctor about getting the HPV vaccine if you haven’t already.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Cervical health is important for all women</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Cervical health is an important issue that affects all women, regardless of age, race or socio-economic status. It's essential that we recognize the importance of getting yearly Pap tests and HPV vaccinations to reduce our risk of developing cervical cancer and other related conditions.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Early detection is key</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>With early detection and proper treatment, cervical cancer is highly treatable. That's why it's so important to get regular screenings so any abnormalities can be identified and treated as soon as possible. So spreading awareness of this disease during Cervical Health Awareness Month can help save lives!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Getting tested saves lives</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Getting tested for cervical cancer can not only save your life, but the lives of others too. By being proactive and getting tested regularly, you could be helping detect the disease in its earliest stages when it is most treatable. So learn more about Cervical Health Awareness Month and make sure to schedule a screening with your doctor soon!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>HPV is the most common cause of Cervical Cancer</h3><p class='facts-content'>Most cervical cancers are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection. Thankfully, vaccines can protect against the types of HPV most likely to cause cervical cancer.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Pap Tests are key in Preventing Cervical Cancer</h3><p class='facts-content'>Regular Pap tests, also called Pap smears, can detect cervical precancerous cells. When found early, these cells can be treated before turning into cancer.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Cervical Cancer was once the Most Common Cause of Death for Women</h3><p class='facts-content'>Before the Pap test was regularly used, cervical cancer was the most common cause of cancer death for American women. Regular screenings have drastically reduced this number.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are typically no symptoms in the early stages</h3><p class='facts-content'>In the early stages of cervical cancer, there may be no noticeable symptoms. That's why routine Pap tests are so crucial in early detection.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>All Women are at Risk of Cervical Cancer</h3><p class='facts-content'>While HPV is the primary cause, all women are at risk of cervical cancer. Other factors such as smoking, a weakened immune system, or long-term oral contraceptive use can increase this risk.</p></div></div>
Cervical Health Awareness Month is celebrated on January 1 every year. In 2024, it will take place on a Monday.
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