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More than 95% of cervical cancers are caused by HPV.1

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I’m at Risk of HPV and Cervical Cancer?

Whether you are currently sexually active or not, in a monogamous relationship, or practicing safe sex, you are at risk of cervical cancer.2

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cervix.2 Almost all cervical cancer cases are linked to the human papillomavirus (HPV), a widespread sexually transmitted infection.1 HPV can spread through any intimate contact and often has no symptoms. One partner may be all it takes for you to get infected, and even if you are not sexually active now, your future partner may unknowingly pass it to you.2

There are over 150 types of HPV, with some carrying a larger risk than others. Low-risk HPVs may appear as genital warts, but seldom cause cancer.3,4 There are 14 high-risk HPV types that can cause cervical cancer and other types of cancer in both men and women4. Among these, HPV types 16 and 18 are responsible for 70% of cervical cancer cases.5

Thankfully, cervical cancer is preventable.6 You can learn more about HPV prevention, including the options available and how to receive optimal protection, to reject your risk.

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About Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer in Singapore

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Cervical cancer in Singapore

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.​7​ Based on current estimates, around 309 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and 172 succumb to the disease every year.7

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Safeguard Your Child's Future

Don't leave your child vulnerable to certain HPV-related cancers when you have the power to help protect them.2

What can HPV infections lead to?

Is my child at risk of HPV infections? 

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What can HPV infections lead to?

Cervical cancer is not the only disease related to HPV. Globally, HPV is responsible for about 78% of vaginal cancer cases, and 88% of anal cancers in both males and females.5 In children, HPV infections may cause genital warts.13

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Stories and Insights

Learn more about the importance of protection against HPV via these advocates and the educational content!

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
Have You Heard of HPV? Here’s What to Know Now To Best Protect Kids Later in Life
Have You Heard of HPV? Here’s What to Know Now To Best Protect Kids Later in Life
Not Worried Doesn't Mean Not at Risk: Know Your Risk of HPV and Cervical Cancer
Not Worried Doesn't Mean Not at Risk: Know Your Risk of HPV and Cervical Cancer

Cervical Cancer Prevention

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

The HPV vaccine helps protect against the HPV strains that most often cause cervical cancer.<sup>3</sup> It is most effective when given before being sexually active and can be started in children as young as 9 years and adults up to age 45.<sup>2,3</sup>

HPV vaccination

The HPV vaccine helps protect against the HPV strains that most often cause cervical cancer.3 It is most effective when given before being sexually active and can be started in children as young as 9 years and adults up to age 45.2,3
Regular cervical cancer screening and follow-ups can detect most cervical cancers at an early, treatable stage.<sup>4</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>4</sup>

Regular check-ups

Regular cervical cancer screening and follow-ups can detect most cervical cancers at an early, treatable stage.4 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.4

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1 World Health Organization. Cervical cancer. Published 22 February 2022. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/cervical-cancer. Accessed 16 February 2023.

2 World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe. Questions and answers about human papillomavirus (HPV). January 2020. Available at: https://apps.who.int/iris/handle/10665/360807. Accessed 6 June 2023.

3 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines 2021. https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/hpv.htm. Accessed 29 June 2023.

4 National Cancer Institute. HPV and Cancer. https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/infectious-agents/hpv-and-cancer. Accessed 29 June 2023.

5 de Martel C, Plummer M, Vignat J, Franceschi S. Worldwide burden of cancer attributable to HPV by site, country and HPV type. Int J Cancer. 2017;141(4):664.

6 National Cancer Institute. Cervical Cancer Causes, Risk Factors, and Prevention. https://www.cancer.gov/types/cervical/causes-risk-prevention. Accessed 8 June 2023.

7 ICO HPV Information Centre. Singapore human Papillomavirus and Related Cancers, Fact Sheet 2021. https://hpvcentre.net/statistics/reports/SGP_FS.pdf. Accessed 6 December 2022.

8 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Basic Information About Cervical Cancer. https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/cervical/basic_info/index.htm. Accessed 7 December 2022.

9 American Cancer Society. HPV and Cancer. https://www.cancer.org/healthy/cancer-causes/infectious-agents/hpv/hpv-and-cancer-info.html. Accessed 5 December 2022.

10 American Cancer Society. Signs and symptoms of cervical cancer. https://www.cancer.org/cancer/cervical-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/signs-symptoms.html. Accessed 7 December 2022.

11 National Cancer Institute. Cervical Cancer Symptoms. https://www.cancer.gov/types/cervical/symptoms. Accessed 31 August 2023.

12 HealthHub. Preventing HPV infection: HPV Vaccination. https://www.healthhub.sg/a-z/diseases-and-conditions/faqs-on-hpv-and-hpv-immunisation. Accessed 8 December 2023.

13 Mammas IN, Sourvinos G, Spandidos DA. Human papilloma virus (HPV) infection in children and adolescents. Eur J Pediatr. 2009;168:267–273. doi 10.1007/s00431-008-0882-z.

14 Centers for Disease Control. Answering Parents’ Questions about HPV Vaccination. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/hpv/hcp/answering-questions.html. Accessed 21 December 2023.

15 World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe. Questions and answers about HPV vaccination Information for parents and caregivers. Available at: https://www.euro.who.int/__data/assets/pdf_file/0009/356841/Q-and-A_HPV_Parents_EN.pdf. Accessed 17 February 2023.

16 World Health Organization. Safety of HPV Vaccines. https://www.who.int/groups/global-advisory-committee-on-vaccine-safety/topics/human-papillomavirus-vaccines/safety. Accessed 28 April 2023.