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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: Your Guide to Prevention, Screening, and Hope

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Cervical Cancer Awareness: Prevention, Screening, and Hope January 2026 | Cervical Cancer Awareness Month ● Teal and White Ribbon ● | Symbol of Cervical Cancer Awareness During Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, we focus on one of the most preventable yet persistently prevalent cancers affecting women worldwide. At Oncology Insights Hub, we believe that knowledge is the first line of defense against cervical cancer—a disease that claims over 300,000 lives annually, despite having effective prevention and early detection methods. Key Fact Cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women globally, but with proper screening and vaccination, it could become a rare disease. Understanding Cervical Cancer Cervical cancer develops in the cervix—the lower part of the uterus that con...

Complete Guide to Radiotherapy: Treatment Process, Side Effects & Recovery

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Everything you need to know about radiation therapy for cancer treatment - from preparation to recovery and long-term care Radiotherapy, also known as radiation therapy, is a critical cancer treatment that uses high-energy radiation to destroy cancer cells and shrink tumors. Approximately 50% of all cancer patients receive radiation therapy at some point during their treatment. This comprehensive guide will walk you through everything you need to know about this vital treatment modality. [Image: Modern radiotherapy machine with patient] Modern linear accelerator used for external beam radiotherapy What is Radiotherapy? ...