Today, Cervical Cancer Prevention Week was launched, at an event organized by Women Deputies Platform from the Parliament of the Republic of Moldova, jointly with Ministry of Health, United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF).
Within the health system in our country, free access to services such as cytological testing and vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is ensured. Women in the age group 25-61, both insured and uninsured, must consult their family doctor and undergo a cytological test every three years. Regular cervical screening, which includes cytology test and colposcopy, allows the detection of precancerous lesions and cervical cancer in early stages. Subjected to treatment at these stages, women are completely cured of the disease.
Within the health system in our country, free access to services such as cytological testing and vaccination against human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is ensured. Women in the age group 25-61, both insured and uninsured, must consult their family doctor and undergo a cytological test every three years. Regular cervical screening, which includes cytology test and colposcopy, allows the detection of precancerous lesions and cervical cancer in early stages. Subjected to treatment at these stages, women are completely cured of the disease.
We note that during Cervical Cancer Prevention Week, which this year is being held under the slogan “Stay Healthy. Get a Pap Test! Get Vaccinated Against HPV Infection!”, a series of awareness-raising actions will be organized regarding the importance of periodic testing and vaccination.
Cervical cancer remains a major public health problem. As a result of the implementation of screening programs established by health authorities, positive trends are being observed in the early detection of cervical cancer cases, which are successfully treated. Annually, over 300 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the Republic of Moldova.
