Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the cervix, the opening between the vagina and the womb (uterus), often referred to as the neck of the womb.

It can affect anyone with a cervix and, while most common in women aged 30 to 35, it can occur at any age. Nearly all cases are caused by infection with certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV). You can reduce your risk by attending regular cervical screening (smear tests), which aims to detect and treat abnormal cell changes before they become cancer. Cervical cancer usually develops slowly, and how serious it is depends on its size, whether it has spread, and your overall health.