Cancer caused by HPV is increasing in some women in the U.S. (www.nbcnews.com)

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HPV-related cervical cancer rates are rising among U.S. women in their 30s and 40s, partly due to declining screening rates.

Screenings fell from 47% in 2019 to 41% in 2023, especially in rural areas, where women are 42% more likely to die from the disease.

Vaccine hesitancy remains high, with only 61% of adolescents fully vaccinated. Despite proven safety and effectiveness, HPV vaccination rates lag amid misinformation.

Health experts stress regular screening and vaccination to reduce risks, as most HPV infections resolve without progressing to cancer.

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[-] Hawke@lemmy.world 15 points 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago)

Guesses: “some women” means poor brown women.

Reads: “Studies show that women are also less likely to be screened if they are nonwhite, uninsured or identify as gay, lesbian or bisexual.”

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