Cervical cancer can be prevented with screening tests. The test, a Pap smear, can detect the disease before it becomes cancer. Pap smears have been proven to be an effective screening method for cervical cancer, and it is recommended for women to begin receiving them at age 21. Early detection is extremely important, as the outcome of all cervical cancer is affected by the stage detected. When caught early, treatments are less radical and harsh.

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