The National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) is dedicated to serving women with, or at risk for, cervical cancer and HPV-related disease. NCCC has thousands of members around the world, and chapters across the U.S.
To help women, family members and caregivers battle the personal issues related to cervical cancer and HPV and to advocate for cervical health in all women by promoting prevention through education about early vaccination and regular screening.
For patients diagnosed with cervical cancer and survivors, stories from others who have been through the same experience can be a source of comfort and support, and occasionally offer guidance on how to manage the experience. Explore the insights and experiences of patients and survivors who have shared their stories with us.
NCCC local chapters all across the country. Chapters sponsor events throughout the year, with a special focus on Cervical Health Awareness Month in January. Local chapters often need volunteers to increase their effectiveness in educational efforts, awareness raising as well as fundraising campaigns. Please feel free to contact your local chapter leader to offer help and support.
The FDA just approved the Teal Wand, a self-collection device for HPV testing that does not require a speculum exam or even a trip to the doctor’s office. People can collect their own sample at home and send it to a lab for analysis.
The results of large-scale study suggest that one shot of the HPV vaccine may be enough to protect young people from HPV and related issues like cervical cancer.
A new study comparing cancer screening rates from 2019 (pre-pandemic) to those in 2021 (mid-pandemic) and 2023 (post-pandemic) found that cervical cancer screening rates lagged behind.
HPV self-collection is a great new option for cervical cancer screening. It is easy to do, and lets you avoid a speculum exam which many people find uncomfortable.
The Cervical Cancer Survivor Series is an eight-part podcast series sharing stories from cervical cancer survivors across the country, touching on topics including diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship, as well as advice for others whose lives are impacted by this preventable disease.
The FDA recently approved HPV testing using self-collected samples. Experts hope allowing people to collect their own samples will increase screening rates.
The National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) supports women, family members and caregivers battle the personal issues related to HPV and cervical cancer and advocates for cervical health by promoting prevention through education about early vaccination and regular screening.
NCCC is a program of the American Sexual Health Association.
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