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Cervical cancer is one of the few cancers that is both preventable and curable when detected early. Dr. Chinnu Jomi, Associate Consultant - Medical Oncology, Manipal Hospital Whitefield, highlights the role of HPV, particularly types 16 and 18, in most cervical cancer cases. She emphasises the importance of regular screening and talks about the three FDA-approved HPV vaccines, recommending vaccination for girls from the age of 13 as a key step in prevention.
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