How to reduce your risk of cervical cancer

Anyone with a cervix is at risk of cervical cancer. But there are ways that you can reduce your risk including:

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Having regular cervical screening tests to pick up any early cell changes. Anyone with a cervix between the age of 25 and 65 should go for regular cervical screening when it’s due.

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Quitting smoking - Smoking weakens your immune system, making it less able to get rid of HPV.

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Getting the HPV vaccine at school - the vaccine is most effective in young people between 9 and 15 years old.

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Talking to your doctor about any concerns or symptoms.