Are you at risk 
of HPV?

HPV is the cause of over 99% cervical cancer cases.2
HPV prevention strategies help reduce the risk of HPV infection and subsequent HPV-related cancer and disease development.

Are you at risk
of HPV?

HPV is the cause of over 99% cervical cancer cases.2
HPV prevention strategies help reduce the risk of HPV
infection and subsequent HPV-related cancer and
disease development.

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HPV and Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cervix.​1​ Almost all cervical cancer cases are linked to the human papillomavirus (HPV),​2​ a widespread sexually transmitted infection. HPV is a group of viruses comprising over 100 strains, with some strains carrying a larger risk than others.​3​  

Low-risk HPVs may typically cause no symptoms. Some may appear as warts, but these seldom cause cancer.4 High-risk HPV strains are associated with cervical cancer and various other cancers in men and women.3 Among these, HPV types 16 and 18 are responsible for 70% of cervical cancer cases.4

Thankfully, cervical cancer is preventable and curable, if caught early.

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About Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer in Singapore

What causes cervical cancer? 

What are the symptoms?

Cervical cancer ranks as the 11th most common cancer among women in Singapore and the 5th most frequent cancer affecting women between the ages of 15 and 44.​5​

In 2020, an estimated 309 women were diagnosed with cervical cancer, and 172 succumbed to the disease.​5​

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Patient Stories

Our advocates share their stories on the importance of protection against HPV

Cervical cancer survivor Ai Ling and her advocacy for HPV awareness
Cervical cancer survivor Ai Ling and her advocacy for HPV awareness
Genevieve’s fight for cervical cancer and HPV awareness
Genevieve’s fight for cervical cancer and HPV awareness
Why Teri champions the battle against cervical cancer and HPV
Why Teri champions the battle against cervical cancer and HPV

Cervical Cancer Prevention

Take steps to lower your risk of cervical cancer and other diseases caused by HPV.

The HPV vaccine helps against the HPV strains that most often cause cervical cancer.<sup>3</sup> It can be given to children as young as 9 years and adults up to age 45, and is most effective when given before being sexually active.<sup>3</sup>

Get vaccinated

The HPV vaccine helps against the HPV strains that most often cause cervical cancer.3 It can be given to children as young as 9 years and adults up to age 45, and is most effective when given before being sexually active.3
Regular cervical cancer screening and follow-ups can detect most cervical cancers at an early, treatable stage.<sup>6</sup> The Pap smear can identify abnormal cell changes in the cervix before they turn into cancer, whereas the HPV test checks cervical cells for the virus that can cause these cell changes. These tests can be done together or individually.<sup>6</sup>

Regular check-ups

Regular cervical cancer screening and follow-ups can detect most cervical cancers at an early, treatable stage.6 The Pap smear can identify abnormal cell changes in the cervix before they turn into cancer, whereas the HPV test checks cervical cells for the virus that can cause these cell changes. These tests can be done together or individually.6

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