Cervical cancer continues to be a significant public health challenge worldwide.

Ranked as the fourth most common cancer, it has had a devastating impact on women's health globally. 

In 2020 alone, over 300,000 women will have lost their lives to this disease, highlighting the urgent need for increased awareness and effective prevention strategies.

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month observed in Outapi served as a reminder of the significant impact of cervical cancer on women's health and the urgent need for education and early intervention. 

World Cervical Cancer Awareness Month is a global health event observed for the entire month of January every year.

It aims to raise awareness of cervical cancer and the importance of regular screening.

Clinical and radiation oncologist Dr. Laina Iiyambo raised concerns regarding the alarming surge of cervical cancer cases in the northern regions.

Emphasising the urgent need for comprehensive education initiatives aimed at raising awareness about the disease.