Need to Know More About Cervical Cancer?

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In 2007, over eleven thousand women will be diagnosed with cervical cancer. Although cervical cancer is one of the most preventable types of cancer, over three thousand women will die of this disease this year. All women should become aware of cervical cancer!

• What is Cervical Cancer?
  
• Cervical Cancer Symptoms
  
• Preventing Cervical Cancer

Early cervical cancer may not cause noticeable signs or symptoms. Women should have yearly check-ups, including a Pap smear to check for abnormal cells in the cervix. One of the greatest risk factors is infection with HPV (human papillomavirus). A weakened immune system is also a risk factor for cervical cancer.

• What is HPV and How Do You Get It?
  
• What to Expect During a Pap Smear
  
• The Best Time of the Month to Have a Pap Smear

Don't forget to check out cervicalcancer.about.com for more information about cervical cancer!

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