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Pap smear tests: At what age and how often?

By IANS | Updated: December 7, 2020 20:09 IST

New Delhi, Dec 7 Being the second most common cancer in women between the age group of 15 and ...

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New Delhi, Dec 7 Being the second most common cancer in women between the age group of 15 and 44 years of age, the awareness towards cervical cancer and its screening is miniscule in our country.

Cervical cancer is a completely preventable disease because of its well defined, long pre-malignant phase and it can be detected easily by regular screening tests and follow up. Unfortunately, the females in India are unaware about the screening process for the cervical cancer care. With the vaccination, screening and treatment, the World Health Organization

 

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