To get the best experience while viewing this site, it is recommended that you upgrade to a modern browser version of Chrome or Firefox.

You may do so by clicking on one of these icons:


southern new mexico surgery center
 
  •  

    		•   
    Health Library Explorer
    A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z A-Z Listings Contact Us
    Older Adults

    What Do You Know About Cervical Cancer?

    According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), just over 4,000 American women die from cervical cancer each year. But death rates have declined dramatically over the last 50 years because more women are getting regular screening. To learn more about cervical cancer and prevention, take this quiz, based on information from the ACS.

    Gender words are used here to talk about anatomy and health risk. Please use this information in a way that works best for you and your provider as you talk about your care.

    1. Where is the cervix located in the body?
    2. On what part of the cervix do most cancers develop?
    3. Which of these are risk factors for cervical cancer?
    4. Cervical cancer may stay small and not cause problems for how long?
    5. What are the symptoms of cervical cancer in the early stages (when it's small and hasn't spread)?
    6. Which of these tests is used to screen for cervical cancer?
    7. When should women start cervical cancer screening?
    8. If cervical cancer is caught early and treated, how many of these women are likely to be alive 5 years later?
    Online Medical Reviewer: Goodman, Howard, MD
    Online Medical Reviewer: Gotwals, Jessica, BSN, MPH
    Online Medical Reviewer: Gotwals, Jessica, RN, BSN, MPH
    Date Last Reviewed: 4/1/2023
    © 2000-2024 The StayWell Company, LLC. All rights reserved. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.
    horizontal line

    Southern New Mexico
    Surgery Center
    2301 Indian Wells Rd. Suite B
    Alamogordo, NM 88310
    www.snmsc.org

    Phone: 575.437.0890
    Fax: 575.437.0905
    Email: info@snmsc.org

    Copyright © The StayWell Company, LLC. except where otherwise noted.
    Disclaimer