January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and according to the International Agency for Research on Cancer - WHO, cervical cancer is mainly caused by persistent infection with HPV viruses. The good news is that it can be prevented  and/or treated with HPV vaccination, screening and early detection.

Our guest this episode is Azuree Williams, Education Lead for all programs at the Bermuda Cancer and Health Center. During this episode Azuree will talk about cervical cancer risk factors, how we compare globally with regards to rates, signs and symptoms, the importance of screening, how you can reduce your risk, who it can effect - not just females, prevention, treatment and resources. Dear listener as you tune into this episode consider how you protect yourself and your loved ones against cervical and other types of cancer.