Breaking barriers in Cervical Cancer: A Global Challenge
- Cervical cancer (CC) is a pressing global issue, particularly in resource-depleted geographical areas with a high incidence of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection.
- One of the key barriers faced by women in developing countries was the inaccessibility to expensive vaccines.
- Women in developing countries encounter numerous barriers to screening, hindering progress in the fight against cervical cancer. Limited financial resources and infrastructure pose challenges in developing screening programs, while the lack of accessible screening initiatives further exacerbates the situation. Inadequate training of healthcare teams and the stigma associated with medical examinations performed during screening add to the difficulties faced by women in these regions.
- To combat this global burden, it is crucial to develop comprehensive primary and secondary prevention programs that address the unique challenges faced by countries with low socioeconomic levels. Innovative methods of secondary prevention, such as self-assessment kits are currently developed to specifically address the needs of low-income countries.
- By addressing these barriers head-on, we can relieve the burden on affected communities.
