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Description : Check out this medical PowerPoint presentation titled "Cervical Cancer Awareness” by Sharon Bond PhD, CNM, FACNM.

This medical PowerPoint presentation is about cervical cancer, a type of cancer that affects the cervix, which is the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. It is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide, with approximately 570,000 new cases and 311,000 deaths each year.

One of the primary causes of cervical cancer is infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV), which is a sexually transmitted infection. However, not all women with HPV will develop cervical cancer, as other factors such as smoking, a weakened immune system, and poor diet can also increase the risk.

Cervical cancer often does not cause any symptoms in its early stages, which is why it is essential for women to have regular cervical cancer screenings, such as a Pap test or HPV test. These tests can detect abnormal cells on the cervix before they become cancerous, allowing for early detection and treatment.

To prevent cervical cancer, women can receive the HPV vaccine, which is recommended for both males and females between the ages of 9 and 45. Additionally, practicing safe sex, quitting smoking, and maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle can all help reduce the risk of developing cervical cancer.

Raising awareness about cervical cancer and the importance of regular screenings and prevention measures is crucial in reducing the incidence and mortality rates of this disease. Women should talk to their healthcare providers about their risk factors and recommended screening schedules.

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Cervical Cancer Awareness:HPV 101 Presentation Created By : Sharon Bond PhD, CNM, FACNM, Medical University of South Carolina
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Why is this Important? Too many deaths from cervical cancer 12,000 new diagnoses every year 4200 women die yearly Highest among women of color – screened, but less likely to follow-up an abnormal Pap ~ 100% preventable with vaccination, screening and early detection
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Human Papillomavirus: HPV Cervix cancer is caused by HPV HPV common in men and women HPV causes cervix, other genital and anal cancers in women HPV causes penile, anal, some head/neck cancers in men Sexual transmission: male-female, same sex; genital-genital; genital-mouth, anal-genital; microscopic breaks in skin Vertical transmission-mother to fetus (rare)
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Anyone Can Get HPV! HPV is less likely to be cleared in women over 30. Incidence of cervical rises in women 30 and older Cervical cancer takes 10-20 years to develop. Women who are no longer sexually active should still have periodic Pap tests.
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Where is the Cervix?
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Risk factors for Cervical Cancer Infection with HPV Not getting regular Pap tests – begin testing at age 21 Illnesses that weaken your immune system (HIV) Smoking Diet Multiple sexual partners throughout one’s lifetime Chlamydia (STIs) Poverty Family history DES
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HPV Infection CDC: 6 million new infections/year in US; 75% in young people 15-24 Most HPV goes away Not all HPVs cause cancer Most HPV causes no harm to most men and women Some HPV infections linger and become cancer in men and women – we don’t know why
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How Can People Check for HPV? Women can be screened by a Pap test, HPV test, or pelvic exam (visual) There are no FDA-approved ways to test men, diagnosis made by visual inspection
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HPV-related Diseases HPV infections cause external genital warts, abnormal Pap tests, vocal cord obstruction in young children and cancer in adults Most get HPV when they start having sex but don’t know it!
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Costs of HPV-related Diseases HPV is expensive! 500,000 cases genital warts each year Evaluating abnormal Pap tests, treating warts, office visits, cost billions of dollars Psychological fear, shame and discomfort
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Age Matters!!!
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How to Prevent Cervical Cancer (Stop HPV Infection!) Vaccination of girls and boys ages 11-12 (9-26) Abstinence Waiting until older to have sex Condoms Limit # of lifetime sex partners Regular check-ups Don’t smoke
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Time for Action! Educate, educate! ACT!! Knowledge is power – see the big picture Health care providers Churches, youth groups, parents/schools Organizations: NCCC, Tamika’s Friends Contact your legislators
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Thank You! References & Resources http://www.cdc.gov/hpv/index.html http://www.cervicalcancerfreecoalition.org/partners/partner-states/south-carolina-3/ http://www.nccc-online.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=122 http://tamikaandfriends.org/