Despite the facts above, recent study findings showed that cervical cancer screening rates declined between ages 45 and 65, even as experts advise that women be screened throughout their lifetime.

A number of recommended options exist for screening women of ages 30 to 65. This includes cervical cytology every 3 years, Human papilloma virus (HPV) testing every 5 years, or HPV testing together with cytology every 5 years. Screening is not of much use before age 25, as the rate of disease is low and it is also not recommended in women older than 60 years if they have a history of negative results.

It is important to note that cervical cancer is not a death sentence and early detection via screening helps begin prompt treatment and save our women from avoidable deaths due to this disease.

So encourage that sister, mother, aunt or friend to get screening done today, you might just be saving a life. Thank you.

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