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Ending cervical cancer: A call to action
Sanchia Aranda1, Seth Berkley2, Sally Cowal3
1Union for International Cancer Control, Geneva, Switzerland.
Summary
Cervical cancer elimination is achievable with human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and improved screening. Increased resources and best-practice programs are crucial for global success, especially for disadvantaged women.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Public Health
- Vaccinology
Background:
- Cervical cancer remains a significant global health burden.
- Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the primary cause of cervical cancer.
- High-income countries have seen success with HPV vaccination programs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline the current tools and strategies for cervical cancer elimination.
- To emphasize the need for global implementation of HPV vaccination and screening.
- To advocate for increased resources and equitable access to prevention and treatment.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing data on HPV vaccination impact in high-income countries.
- Analysis of progress in cervical precancer screening and treatment.
- Identification of key actions required for global cervical cancer elimination.
Main Results:
- HPV vaccination has dramatically reduced HPV infection and cervical disease in vaccinated populations.
- Progress in screening and treatment for women not reached by vaccination is evident but requires acceleration.
- The potential exists to significantly reduce global cervical cancer incidence and mortality.
Conclusions:
- Cervical cancer elimination is a realistic goal with current tools.
- Widespread national HPV vaccination and enhanced screening/treatment are essential.
- Increased investment and targeted programs are necessary to reach all women and achieve global elimination goals.
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