HPV vaccine cutting cervical cancer by nearly 90% - BBC News

Researchers say regular cervical screening may not be necessary because of the success of the vaccine.

HPV vaccine cutting cervical cancer by nearly 90% 4 November 2021 Share Save Add as preferred on Google James Gallagher Health and science correspondent Getty Images The human papillomavirus, or HPV, vaccine is cutting cases of cervical cancer by nearly 90%, the first real-world data shows. Cancer Research UK described the findings as "historic", and said it showed the vaccine was saving lives. Nearly all cervical cancers are caused by viruses, and the hope is vaccination could almost eliminate the disease. The researchers said the success meant those who were vaccinated may need far fewer cer

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