{"id":981,"date":"2024-03-30T12:32:12","date_gmt":"2024-03-30T12:32:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mangohomz.ai\/blog\/?p=981"},"modified":"2024-03-30T12:39:31","modified_gmt":"2024-03-30T12:39:31","slug":"vaccine-against-cervical-cancer-pm-modi-to-bill-gates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mangohomz.ai\/blog\/2024\/03\/30\/vaccine-against-cervical-cancer-pm-modi-to-bill-gates\/","title":{"rendered":"Vaccine against cervical cancer : PM Modi to Bill Gates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

What is <\/strong>Cervical Cancer<\/strong><\/a>?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cervical cancer originates from the cells of the cervix, which is the narrow, lower portion of the uterus, also referred to as the womb. In simpler terms, cervical cancer is a malignant tumour that develops in the lowest section of the uterus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indications comprise bleeding between menstrual cycles and post-coital bleeding. Additionally, individuals may experience a malodorous white discharge and lower back or abdomen discomfort. In certain instances, symptoms may not manifest at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Treatments<\/strong>: Treatment includes surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How big is <\/strong>Cervical Cancer<\/strong><\/a><\/a> in India?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cervical cancer accounts for approximately 6\u201329% of all cancers in women in India, with the age-adjusted incidence rate varying significantly across different regions. The incidence is highest in Mizoram state at 23.07 per 100,000 and lowest in Dibrugarh district at 4.91 per 100,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Based on the most recent estimates, India recorded more than 1.413 million new cancer cases and 916,000 deaths in 2022.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In rural areas, the situation is particularly concerning, with a large portion of women lacking literacy and awareness regarding the dangers of cervical cancer, along with limited access to healthcare resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Due to poor prognosis resulting from delayed diagnoses. Women often present with advanced stages of cervical cancer caused by the Human Papilloma Virus <\/a>(HPV) and face a scarcity of treatment facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prevention: <\/strong>Cervical cancer prevention methods include undergoing regular PAP smear screenings and receiving the HPV vaccine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PM Modi on Cervical Cancer in India.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Next target is to ensure all girls are vaccinated against cervical cancer”: PM Modi to Bill Gates<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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