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Cervical Cancer
- Cancer of the cervix is the most common cancer among women in Canada.
- Each week in Ontario, 11 women develop cervical cancer of which 3 will succumb to this illness.
- In 2002, 560 Ontario women were diagnosed with cervical cancer and 160 women died from the disease.
- Cervical cancer is largely preventable. Having regular Pap tests can prevent almost 90% of cervical cancer cases.
- Women who have not had a Pap smear in the last three years have two times the risk of developing cervical cancer.
What are the risk factors of developing cervical cancer?
The risk factors for cervical cancer are similar to those for sexually transmitted infections.
- Being sexually active.
- Multiple sexual partners.
- Sexual activity before the age of 18.
- Infection with human papillomavirus (HPV).
- Smoking.
What can I do to minimize my risk?
- Take control - get informed.
- Talk to your doctor.
- Schedule a Pap test.
- Make regular Pap tests a habit!
A Pap test can save your life. It's the best gift you can give yourself. To learn more about cervical screening, click on the link below.
Cervical Screening
Other Helpful Resources
Pamphlet/Brochures
It's Your Health - Screening for Cervical Cancer
A Health Canada fact sheet on cervical cancer.
Web sites
Ontario Cervical Screening Program (OCSP)
OCSP provides coordinated cervical screening services to all Ontario women. Visit this site for information on the program, cervical cancer and cervical screening.
Health Canada
Federal agency responsible for maintaining and protecting the health of Canadians. This site provides information on a variety of topics including cervical cancer.
Canadian Cancer Society
A non-profit organization dedicated to cancer cure, prevention and management. Site provides reliable information on cervical cancer and other cancers.
All About Pap Tests
This site discusses the causes of cervical cancer, the purpose of a pap test and the meaning of abnormal results.
HPV and Cervical Cancer
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