New Delhi: Cervical cancer is the 2nd most common cancer in women and 4th leading cause of death globally. India accounts for one-third of global cervical cancer deaths. States like UP, Bihar, and West Bengal are found to have a higher incidence of cervical cancer in India. Cervical cancer, being one of the preventable cancers, can be screened and picked up early to treat the cancer in time.

“Cervical cancer arises in the cells of the cervix, which is the lower part /mouth of the uterus. Human Papillomavirus (HPV) infection is responsible for the majority of cervical cancer cases. Persistence of high-risk HPV........

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