Cervical Cancer

The incidence and mortality rates for cervical cancer in Australia have been falling for many years, due mainly to the widespread use of Pap smear screening tests and the subsequent treatment of any precancerous abnormalities.

Follow the links below to find information on risk factors, diagnosis, treatments and statistics for cervical cancer.

Reviewed September 2008

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Risk Factors and Prevention of Cervical Cancer
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Title:   Cervical cancer
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Cancer of the cervix (neck of the womb) is linked to cell changes (dysplasia) caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV). There are two main types of cervical cancer  squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma. All women aged between 18 and 70 years should have regular two-yearly Pap tests to check for changes in cervical cells.
Date:   Oct 2008
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