Johanna’s law was reauthorized and enhanced, allowing CDC to run an awareness campaign for signs and symptoms of gynecological cancers. Click here to visit the web site’s frequently asked questions.
Johanna’s Law: The Gynecologic Cancer Education and Awareness Act, was created under Johanna’s Law (P.L. 109-475), and was implemented by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This law provides up to $16.5 million for awareness and education through a national public service campaign that would include written ...
New Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines Announced
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Summary of Recommendations and Conclusions The following recommendations are based on good and consistent scientific evidence (Level A): Cervical cancer screening should begin at age 21 years. Screening before age 21 should be avoided because it may lead to unnecessary and harmful evaluation and treatment in women at very low risk of cancer. Cervical cytology screening is recommended every 2 years for women between the ages of ...CDC Updates Recommendations for Use of HPV Vaccination
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Recommendations for Routine Use and Catch-Up Routine Vaccination of Females Aged 11–12 YearsACIP recommends routine vaccination of females aged 11– 12 years with 3 doses of quadrivalent HPV vaccine. The vaccination series can be started as young as age 9 years.
Catch-Up Vaccination of Females Aged 13–26 YearsVaccination also is recommended for females aged 13–26 years who have not been previously ...