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UK cancer deaths hit a historic low as screening and vaccines transform outcomes
health21 days ago

UK cancer deaths hit a historic low as screening and vaccines transform outcomes

UK cancer deaths fell to a record low between 2022 and 2024 (about 247 per 100,000 per year), down roughly 29% since 1989, thanks to long‑term investments in prevention, screening (notably cervical cancer) and vaccines, plus advances in treatments such as targeted therapies, hormone therapy and immunotherapy. Cervical cancer deaths have dropped dramatically due to HPV vaccination and screening; other cancers show mixed trends. While deaths are lower, total cancer deaths can still rise with an aging population, underscoring the need for continued investment in prevention, screening and research to push mortality lower.

via Positive News|
#cancer#health#hpv-vaccine
UK cancer deaths drop to a historic low amid screening and vaccines
health28 days ago

UK cancer deaths drop to a historic low amid screening and vaccines

New data from Cancer Research UK show UK cancer deaths between 2022–2024 fell to a record low (about 247 per 100,000), down from a 1989 peak of 355 per 100,000, a ~29% decline. The drop reflects sustained investment in research, prevention, and treatments, with major gains in stomach, lung, ovarian, breast, and prostate cancers. Cervical cancer deaths have fallen 75% since the 1970s largely due to national screening and the HPV vaccine. Screening programs (cervical, breast, colorectal, PSA testing) and advances like targeted therapies and immunotherapy have improved early detection and survival. However, total deaths may still rise as the population ages. Some cancers are increasing (skin, liver, kidney) and others remain stable, but experts forecast further decreases with continued investment and screening expansion.

via The Conversation|
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UK cancer deaths fall nearly 30% since the 1980s amid medical advances
health1 month ago

UK cancer deaths fall nearly 30% since the 1980s amid medical advances

UK cancer deaths have dropped about 29% since 1989 (roughly 247 per 100,000), driven by prevention, screening, vaccination, and better treatments; the past decade saw sharp falls in ovarian, stomach, and lung cancers, and cervical cancer deaths fell 75% since the 1970s thanks to screening and the HPV vaccine. Yet, the overall burden grows with an ageing population, some cancers rising (kidney, liver, eye, gallbladder), NHS performance concerns persist, and the government has pledged £2bn to overhaul cancer services with some targets still unmet.

via The Guardian|
#cancer#health#hpv-vaccine
Midlabor Lump Leads to Terminal Cervical Cancer Diagnosis for 28-Year-Old Mom
health1 month ago

Midlabor Lump Leads to Terminal Cervical Cancer Diagnosis for 28-Year-Old Mom

Alex Stewart, 28, was in labor with her second child when midwives found a lump that biopsies later confirmed as cervical cancer. Despite chemotherapy and radiation, the disease progressed to a terminal stage with an estimated six months to two years to live. She’s undergoing a second round of treatment while caring for her eight‑month‑old son Teddy and three‑year‑old Elsie, living with her parents for support as friends raise funds. She urges others to get HPV vaccination and regular Pap tests, and she aims to spend as much meaningful time with her children as possible while fighting the illness.

via Yahoo News New Zealand|
#cervical-cancer#health#hpv-vaccine
Pediatricians urge adherence to the traditional vaccine timetable amid federal changes
health2 months ago

Pediatricians urge adherence to the traditional vaccine timetable amid federal changes

After years of near-total alignment, U.S. public health policy is splitting: the Department of Health and Human Services moved to cut vaccines on the CDC schedule from 17 diseases to 11 and reversed its COVID-19 vaccine guidance, while the American Academy of Pediatrics released its own guidelines urging continued routine immunization for 18 diseases (including Hepatitis A/B, flu, RSV, and COVID in high-risk groups). California backs the AAP line, and ongoing disputes over HPV dosing (AAP: start at 9–12 with two doses; CDC: 11–12 with one) and the long-standing MMRV combo shot reflect broader clashes. The AAP has even filed suit against HHS over Kennedy-era changes, and data interruptions at the CDC are adding to concerns about evidence-based vaccine policy.}} ,{

via Yahoo|
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Doctor Outlines Cervical Cancer Symptoms and Prevention
health2 months ago

Doctor Outlines Cervical Cancer Symptoms and Prevention

An NYU Langone gynecologic oncologist explains that HPV is extremely common and can lead to cervical cancer if persistent, but vaccines and regular screening (Pap smears and HPV tests, including self-administered options) substantially reduce risk and enable early detection. Cervical cancer often has no early symptoms; when present, warning signs include irregular vaginal bleeding, abnormal discharge, heavier or longer periods, pelvic pain, leg swelling, and urinary or bowel changes. Screening starts at 21, HPV testing is added around age 30, and regular pelvic exams with appropriate tests help catch cancer early, making it highly treatable when detected early.

via TODAY.com|
#cervical-cancer#health#hpv
Essential Facts About the HPV Vaccine and Cancer Prevention
health8 months ago

Essential Facts About the HPV Vaccine and Cancer Prevention

The article emphasizes the importance of the HPV vaccine in preventing HPV-related cancers, including cervical and oral cancers, highlighting that public awareness remains low despite the vaccine's high efficacy. It discusses HPV transmission, the safety and timing of vaccination, and addresses misconceptions about encouraging early sexual activity, urging increased education and awareness to reduce HPV-related cancer rates.

via AOL.com|
#cancer-prevention#health#hpv-transmission
HPV Vaccine Leads to Sharp Decline in Cervical Cancer Deaths Among Young Women
health1 year ago

HPV Vaccine Leads to Sharp Decline in Cervical Cancer Deaths Among Young Women

Cervical cancer deaths among young American women have dropped by 62% in the last decade, largely attributed to the Gardasil HPV vaccine. The vaccine, approved in 2006, targets strains of HPV responsible for 70% of cervical cancers. Despite the success, HPV vaccination rates in the US have stagnated, highlighting the need for improved coverage. The study, published in JAMA, underscores the vaccine's potential to prevent various cancers, not just cervical, and calls for broader vaccination efforts.

via ScienceAlert|
#cancer-prevention#cervical-cancer#health
"HPV Vaccine Proven to Reduce Cancer Risk in Men"
health1 year ago

"HPV Vaccine Proven to Reduce Cancer Risk in Men"

A new study highlights the significant impact of the HPV vaccine in reducing the risk of multiple cancers in men, including head and neck cancers. Initially targeted at preventing cervical cancer in women, the vaccine is now recommended for boys and young men, showing promising results in cancer prevention. Despite increasing vaccination rates, experts emphasize the need for higher uptake to meet public health goals and maximize the vaccine's benefits.

via ABC News|
#cancer-prevention#health#hpv-vaccine