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Cervical Cancer Facts

  • In Malaysia, cervical cancer is the third most common cancer among women.
  • Cervical cancer is the second most common in the productive aged 15-44.
  • 3 out of 4 women in Malaysia with cervical cancer are below the age of 65.
  • 99% of cervical cancer cases are caused by high-risk HPV (Human Papillomavirus) types.
  • 90% of Malaysian women aged 30 and above, who have been adequately screened, are at risk of developing cervical cancer.
  • Approximately 75% of Malaysian women did not regularly undergo cervical screening, and this percentage increased to 90% during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cervical cancer is a highly preventable disease, and taking proactive measures such as doing regular screening can detect early HPV infections and immediate treatment can be lifesaving.