Cervical cancer is a type of cancer affecting the cervix. It is considered a preventable disease and is curable when detected early. However, the Department of Health (DOH) said it remains the second most common type of cancer among Filipino women ages 15 to 44 years old.
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer affecting the cervix. It is considered a preventable disease and is curable when detected early.
The launch was in partnership with Jhpiego through its Centralized Laboratory Model for HPV Screening Project, Quezon City Health Department, Department of Health, Department of Labor and Employment , and partners, and took place at the Bantayog ng mga Bayani in Quezon City.
“The Stronger Together than Cancer campaign will popularize women-led and worker-led initiatives for improved sexual and reproductive health outcomes, safer and healthier workplaces, and provide crucial information and services to women workers facing access challenges,” added Caguiat.Jacq Ruiz, WHEN Spokesperson, remarked, “Today marks the beginning of a transformative journey as WHEN joins hands with women to create empowered communities.