Last week saw HPV Awareness Day, a day that aims to educate the public, normalize conversations and encourage vaccination and screening to prevent HPV related cancers, including cervical cancer.
With the issue still top of mind, we spoke with Dr. Christine Palmay.
Palmay tells us some of the many cancers that HPV can lead to.
There are plenty of ways to help you better understand HPV and avoid the many cancers that come along with it.
She talks about the main way to know if you have HPV.
The one thing many people may not know is the symptoms are silent.
She tells us where we can get more help and information on HPV.
Key prevention strategies include, vaccination, tobacco reduction, protection during sexual activity, and staying up to date with provincial screening remain the most effective ways to reduce risk.
(By: Tim Baltz)