More than 95% of cervical cancers are caused by HPV.18

Ask your doctor about HPV vaccination and cervical screening immediately!

More than 95% of cervical cancers are caused by HPV.18

Ask your doctor about HPV vaccination and cervical screening immediately!

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I’M AT RISK OF HPV AND CERVICAL CANCER?

Whether you are sexually active or not, in a monogamous relationship, or practicing safe sex, you are at risk of cervical cancer.19

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cervix.19 Almost all cervical cancer cases are linked to the human papillomavirus (HPV), a widespread sexually transmitted infection.18 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.19 

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 There are 14 high-risk HPV types that can cause cervical cancer and other types of cancer in both men and women.6 Among these, HPV types 16, 18, 52 and 58 are responsible for 75% of cervical cancer cases.2,20,21

Thankfully, cervical cancer is highly preventable.22 You can learn more about HPV prevention, including the options available and how to receive optimal protection, to reject your risk.

RISK OF HPV AND CERVICAL CANCER

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About Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among Malaysian women and ranks the second most frequent cancer affecting women between the ages of 15 and 44.​5​  Every year, about 1,740 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and 991 succumb to the disease.​5

Patient Stories

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

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 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>3,19</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 45.3,19
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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Reject the risk of HPV and cervical cancer now.

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