Who is at risk for cervical cancer?
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Women who have human papillomavirus (HPV) are at very high risk for cervical cancer. Women who smoke may get cervical cancer over non-smokers. Early initial sexual activity and multiple partners may increase the risk of getting STDs and then HPV. Women living in impoverished areas may be at serious risk if they do not have access to regular pap screenings, which can catch identify cervical cells in a pre-cancerous stage. Women with a family history of cervical cancer are also at a higher risk.
Women who have human papillomavirus (HPV) are at very high risk for cervical cancer. Women who smoke may get cervical cancer over non-smokers. Early initial sexual activity and multiple partners may increase the risk of getting STDs and then HPV.... More -
All women are at risk for cervical cancer. It occurs most often in women over age 30. Cervical cancer is highly preventable because screening tests (such as the Pap test) to find precancers early, and vaccines to prevent human papillomavirus (HPV) infections are available. When cervical cancer is found early, it is highly treatable and associated with long survival and good quality of life.
The presence of the CDC logo and CDC content on this page should not be construed to imply endorsement by the US Government of any commercial products or services, or to replace the advice of a medical professional. The mark “CDC” is licensed under authority of the PHS.All women are at risk for cervical cancer. It occurs most often in women over age 30. Cervical cancer is highly preventable because screening tests (such as the Pap test) to find precancers early, and vaccines to prevent human papillomavirus... More
