Cervical cancer prevention: How often should you get a pap smear test and at what age?
Cervical cancer is a significant health issue in India, caused primarily by the human papilloma virus (HPV). Screening guidelines recommend starting Pap smears at age 21 and integrating HPV tests after 30. Vaccination against HPV is highlighted as a crucial preventive measure, with efforts underway to vaccinate girls aged 9-14 to potentially eradicate cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is a significant health issue in India, caused primarily by the human papilloma virus (HPV). Screening guidelines recommend starting Pap smears at age 21 and integrating HPV tests after 30. Vaccination against HPV is highlighted as a crucial preventive measure, with efforts underway to vaccinate girls aged 9-14 to potentially eradicate cervical cancer.
