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Mei Zhang1, Yijing Zhong2, Limin Wang1
1Division of NCD and Risk Factor Surveillance, National Center for Chronic and Noncommunicable Disease Control and Prevention, Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Beijing, China.
China CDC Weekly
|February 8, 2023
Summary
China
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Oncology
- Epidemiology
Background:
- The World Health Organization aims for 70% cervical cancer screening coverage by 2030.
- China's screening coverage was 37% in 2015, significantly below the global target.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the updated cervical cancer screening coverage in China.
- To identify disparities in screening coverage across different regions and demographics.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of national data on cervical cancer screening.
- Stratification of coverage by age groups (35-44 and 35-64 years) and geographic regions.
Main Results:
- In 2018-2019, cervical cancer screening coverage reached 43.4% (35-44 years) and 36.8% (35-64 years).
- Coverage remains lower in rural areas and central/western regions.
- Significant variations in screening rates were observed across provinces.
Conclusions:
- Cervical cancer screening coverage in China is increasing but remains below WHO targets.
- Targeted interventions are needed to address regional and rural-urban disparities.
- Sustained policy support, financial investment, and improved health service accessibility are crucial.
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