January is Cervical Health Awareness Month, and Compass Community Health Care Center wants you to know that there's a lot you can do to prevent cervical cancer.
This January, Compass Community Health wants to raise awareness about Cervical Health and encourage you to learn more about cervical health and cervical cancer prevention and take steps to help eliminate this preventable cancer.
HPV (human papillomavirus) is a very common infection that spreads through sexual activity. More than 42 million Americans currently have HPV, but many people with HPV don't know they are infected.
HPV is the main cause of cervical cancer and other forms of cancer. Each year, more than 12,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer and about 4,000 women die from this cancer.
The good news?
The HPV vaccine (shot) can prevent HPV.
Cervical cancer can often be prevented with regular screening tests (called Pap tests) and follow-up care.
In honor of National Cervical Health Awareness Month Compass Community Health Care Center, encourages:
Women to start getting regular Pap tests at age 21
Parents to make sure pre-teens get the HPV vaccine at age 11 or 12
Teens and young adults also need to get the HPV vaccine if they don't get it as pre-teens. Women up to age 26 and men up to age 21 can still get the vaccine.
Adults aged 27-45 should talk with their healthcare provider to determine if the HPV vaccine is right for them.
Taking small steps can help keep you safe and healthy, make your appointment today to get your annual exam.
For more information or to schedule an appointment call 740-355-7102 or read more on our website.
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