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Cervical cancer deaths in women of reproductive age occur in low and middle-income countries. However, there are no national screening programmes to identify preinvasive cancers and nor are there universally accessible preinvasive treatment options. High-risk HPV infection causes cervical cancers and HPV Vaccination is now in the process of being a national programme in India. Countries must take several critical decisions about vaccine delivery including vaccination sites, timing and whether it can be integrated with other health or community services. Cervical Cancer In India In a promising advance in its fight against cervical cancer, India has recently launched its first locally produced version of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The quadrivalent Cervavac vaccine, which protects against the virus strains most likely to cause cancer of the cervix, vagina, and vulva, among others, was developed jointly by the Serum Institute of India and the Indian Government and Department ...

The health of the uterus is of great important to a woman's well-being. A major female reproductive organ, the uterus nurtures the fertilized ovum that develops into the foetus and holds it till the baby is mature enough for birth. The uterus provides support to the bladder, bowel, pelvic bones and organs as well. There are several conditions you must guard your uterus against! Endometriosis: Not Your Uterus's Friend Endometriosis is a condition in which cells from the lining of your uterus implant or grow on the outside of the uterus. It causes bulky uterus which blocks your fallopian tubes, blood can get trapped in the ovaries, causing Endometrial cysts. Common signs and symptoms of endometriosis include: Painful periods (dysmenorrhea) Pain during intercourse Painful bowel movements or urination Excessive bleeding during periods Infertility. Sometimes, endometriosis is first diagnosed in those seeking treatment for infertility. While it's still possible to get pregnan...