Why routine checkups and HPV vaccines matter for Kenyans’ health - Oncologist
Health and Wellness
Why routine checkups and HPV vaccines matter for Kenyans’ health - Oncologist
Cervical cancer remains a major health threat in Kenya, ranking as the second most common cancer and the leading cause of cancer deaths among women. According to GLOBOCAN 2020–2022 data, the country records about 5,200–5,800 new cases and 3,200–3,600 deaths annually, with an age-standardized incidence rate of over 30 cases per 100,000 women.
By David Abonyo