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The Ministry of Health of the Region of Murcia, by the Directorate General of Public Health, has initiated vaccination to prevent cervical cancer.
This new vaccine will protect our daughters from a disease that can be serious.
If you or your child need more information, do not hesitate to contact us.
Website: www.murciasalud.es / vaccinations
What causes cancer of the cervix?
This cancer is mainly caused by a virus called human papillomavirus (HPV).
It is a very common virus and known many types.
Lesions usually cause benign, but in some cases leading ends this cancer.
How is it spread this virus?
The type of human papillomavirus that causes cervical cancer can be spread through any type of sexual relationship.
VACCINE IS EFFECTIVE?
Yes vaccine protects against the vast majority of cancer-causing virus and prevents its occurrence in virtually all cases.
WHO IS INTENDED THIS VACCINE?
It started in 2009 to all girls who meet 14 years, since the study reveals that this is the age when vaccine effectiveness is almost complete.
VERY IMPORTANT
It is very important to remember that in addition to the vaccine, should have gynecological examinations: Pap
Worldwide, cervical cancer is the second leading cause of death in young women after breast cancer.
Infection with the virus responsible for this cancer usually has no visible symptoms and cervical cancer can take 15 years to develop from the first appearance of cancerous lesions
The cervical cancer is not hereditary always caused by human papillomavirus.
Eight out of ten women will be exposed to the virus during their life, without even being aware.
In most cases the infection naturally overcome by the body's defenses
Cytology can detect abnormal cells in the cervix
Cytology is recommended for any woman from the third year from the start of their sex.
Vaccination prevents infection of nearly 75% of cases of cervical cancer
The combination of vaccination and screening (Pap) maximizes the effectiveness of the prevention of cervical cancer.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Jumilla
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