Larry Antonucci, M.D., MBA is the president & CEO of Lee Health, Southwest Florida’s major destination for health care ...

Rates of cervical cancer have decreased dramatically in the past decades. A local women’s healthcare professional spoke about ...

A Pap smear is a vital screening tool for early detection of cervical cancer, recommended for women starting at age 21.

Cervical cancer begins in the cells of the cervix and is primarily caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a common ...

Cervical cancer affects the cervix, the lower part of the uterus, and it is mainly caused by long-term HPV infection. Regular ...

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, so it’s a great time to remind ourselves that routine screenings are a critical ...

Approximately 11,500 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed each year and, sadly, roughly 4,000 women will succumb to the disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But ...

While medical experts continue to search for a cure, prevention and early detection to facilitate timely treatment can help ...

Cervical cancer during pregnancy is uncommon but can happen. In most cases, when it is detected during pregnancy, it is ...

Those who are due for a cervical cancer screening (Pap and/or HPV test) or HPV vaccine are encouraged to schedule an ...

Prevent cervical cancer with screening, vaccination, and lifestyle changes; early detection is key to saving lives.