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AIIMS New Delhi Launches Free Cervical Cancer Screening and HPV Services Through January

AIIMS New Delhi launched free <span><a href="https://www.healthandme.com/health/cervical-cancer">cervical cancer</a></span> screening through January as a public interest drive. In India, in every 8 minutes, 1 woman loses her life to cervical cancer, however, doctors say that it is highly preventable. Thus, as part of the Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, Preventative Oncology at the Institute of Rotary Cancer Hospital and the National Cancer Institute, in collaboration with the College of Nursing, is offering the WHO-recommended HPV testing, follow-up care, and vaccination.

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<h2>Who Can Undergo These Screening?</h2>

<ul><li>Women who are of the age 30 to 65 years can undergo cervical and breast cancer screening from Monday to Friday between 9am to 3pm. </li></ul>

<ul><li>HPV vaccination is available for girls aged 9 to 14 years on Saturday between 9am to 12 noon at the New RAK Building, AIIMS. </li></ul>

<ul><li>Community screening drives are also conducted across NCI Jhajjar through January 2026. </li></ul>

Dr Pallavi Shukla, Associate Professor of Preventative Oncology, AIIMS, who is coordinating the programme said, "This is one cancer which is absolutely preventable. Women should not neglect their health at any age, we must make earnest efforts to eliminate cervical cancer from India."

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Cervical Cancer is a type of cancer that develops in layers of the cervix. It is caused by abnormal cell growth that can spread to another part of your body. There are two main types of cervical cancer. These are squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma.

Cervix is located in the pelvic cavity, about 3 to 6 inches inside the vaginal canal. It serves as the entrance to the uterus to the vagina. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), almost all cervial cancer are linked to human papillomaviruses (HPV) which are transmitted through sexual contact.

<h2>What Are The Symptoms Of Cervical Cancer?</h2>

Cervical cancer has no symptoms in the early days and therefore, is hard to detect until it has spread.

<h3>Early-Stage Cervical Cancer Symptoms</h3>

<ul><li>Vaginal bleeding after sex</li><li>Vaginal bleeding post-menopause</li><li>Vaginal bleeding between periods or unusually heavy/long periods</li><li>Watery vaginal discharge with a strong odour or containing blood</li><li>Pelvic pain or pain during intercourse</li><li>Advanced Cervical Cancer Symptoms (when cancer has spread beyond the cervix):</li></ul>

<h3>Persistent symptoms of early-stage cervical cancer</h3>

<ul><li>Painful or difficult bowel movements or rectal bleeding</li><li>Painful or difficult urination or blood in the urine</li><li>Persistent dull backache</li><li>Swelling of the legs</li><li>Pain in the pelvis or lower abdomen</li></ul>

<h2>How Can Cervical Cancer Be Prevented?</h2>

Cervical cancer is largely preventable and, when detected early, highly treatable. The World Health Organization recommends HPV vaccination for girls aged 9 to 14, before they become sexually active, along with regular cervical screening from age 30, or 25 for women living with HIV.

Despite this, unequal access to vaccination, screening and treatment continues to drive higher rates of illness and deaths in regions such as sub-Saharan Africa, Central America and Southeast Asia.

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AIIMS New Delhi launched free cervical cancer screening through January as a public interest drive. In India, in every 8 minutes, 1 woman loses her life to cervical cancer, however, doctors say that it is highly preventable. Thus, as part of the Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, Preventative Oncology at the Institute of Rotary Cancer Hospital and the National Cancer Institute, in collaboration with the College of Nursing, is offering the WHO-recommended HPV testing, follow-up care, and vaccination.Also Read: New Food Pyramid 2026 Reshapes Dietary Guidelines For Americans Under RFK Jr Who Can Undergo These Screening?Women who are of the age 30 to 65 years can undergo cervical and breast cancer screening from Monday to Friday between 9am to 3pm. HPV vaccination is available for girls aged 9 to 14 years on Saturday between 9am to 12 noon at the New RAK Building, AIIMS. Community screening drives are also conducted across NCI Jhajjar through January 2026. Dr Pallavi Shukla, Associate Professor of Preventative Oncology, AIIMS, who is coordinating the programme said, "This is one cancer which is absolutely preventable. Women should not neglect their health at any age, we must make earnest efforts to eliminate cervical cancer from India."Also Read: Every Two Minutes, One Woman Loses Her Life To Cervical Cancer: UNWhat Is Cervical cancer?Cervical Cancer is a type of cancer that develops in layers of the cervix. It is caused by abnormal cell growth that can spread to another part of your body. There are two main types of cervical cancer. These are squamous cell carcinoma and adenocarcinoma.Cervix is located in the pelvic cavity, about 3 to 6 inches inside the vaginal canal. It serves as the entrance to the uterus to the vagina. As per the World Health Organization (WHO), almost all cervial cancer are linked to human papillomaviruses (HPV) which are transmitted through sexual contact.What Are The Symptoms Of Cervical Cancer?Cervical cancer has no symptoms in the early days and therefore, is hard to detect until it has spread.Early-Stage Cervical Cancer SymptomsVaginal bleeding after sexVaginal bleeding post-menopauseVaginal bleeding between periods or unusually heavy/long periodsWatery vaginal discharge with a strong odour or containing bloodPelvic pain or pain during intercourseAdvanced Cervical Cancer Symptoms (when cancer has spread beyond the cervix):Persistent symptoms of early-stage cervical cancerPainful or difficult bowel movements or rectal bleedingPainful or difficult urination or blood in the urinePersistent dull backacheSwelling of the legsPain in the pelvis or lower abdomenHow Can Cervical Cancer Be Prevented?Cervical cancer is largely preventable and, when detected early, highly treatable. The World Health Organization recommends HPV vaccination for girls aged 9 to 14, before they become sexually active, along with regular cervical screening from age 30, or 25 for women living with HIV.Despite this, unequal access to vaccination, screening and treatment continues to drive higher rates of illness and deaths in regions such as sub-Saharan Africa, Central America and Southeast Asia.

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