Know your cervical cancer risk this HPV Awareness Month
Cancer Council Queensland is urging women across the state to learn about the risks of cervical cancer this HPV Awareness month (March).
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Most cases of cervical cancer are caused by the infection, called Human Papillomavirus (HPV).
Four out of five people will experience HPV at some stage of their lives, with the virus affecting both males and females.
In most people, the infection is harmless and clears up naturally in about one to two years.
However, occasionally some types of HPV persist in the body and if left untreated, can become cancerous.
It has also been found that women with HPV who are exposed to tobacco smoke are more likely to develop cervical cancer due to the chemicals in tobacco damaging the cells of the cervix.
Around 200 Queensland women will be told each year they have cervical cancer, and 60 Queensland women will lose their life to the disease.
With major research breakthroughs bringing preventable measures such as the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination and Cervical Screening Test. Cancer Council Queensland encourages women to be proactive about their health to ensure their best chance of survival of cervical cancer.
Cancer Council has developed an easy and interactive website for women who want to find out more information about cervical screening: www.cancer.org.au/cervicalscreening.
Alternatively, women can call Cancer Council on 13 11 20 or speak with their GP to find out more about HPV and cervical cancer.
Ms Chris McMillan
CEO, Cancer Council Queensland
Dementia Australia launches Dementia Guide
Dementia Australia is proud to launch The Dementia Guide, a comprehensive resource to support people living with dementia, their families and carers.
Updated figures show, in 2020, the estimated number of Australians living with dementia has increased to 459,000. Without a medical breakthrough the number of Australians with dementia is expected to be more than one million by 2058.
In Western Queensland there are an estimated 3,100 people living with dementia, which is expected to increase to 4,900 by 2058.
The Dementia Guide is relevant for people of all ages living with all forms of dementia and those impacted by dementia. It provides information to assist everyone to learn about dementia, treatments, and available support and services.
The Dementia Guide is available to download for free online, or for readers to request a printed copy, at dementia.org.au/resources/the-dementia-guide.
People with a diagnosis of dementia, or concerns about their memory or a loved one, can also access support through the National Dementia Helpline - 1800 100 500.
Maree McCabe
CEO, Dementia Australia
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