A woman sitting on an examination room table speaks with her health care provider.

Cervical cancer starts in the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. 

Each year in North Carolina, hundreds of women are diagnosed with cervical cancer. The HPV vaccine and regular screenings help prevent the disease.

Learn More About Cervical Cancer

What is Cervical Cancer?

What cervical cancer is, who it affects and common warning signs

Risk and Prevention

Who's at higher risk, how to lower your risk and what to know about screening and prevention

The HPV Vaccine

The HPV vaccine protects against human papillomavirus (HPV), a virus that causes almost all cases of cervical cancer

Diagnosis and Treatment

What happens if you’re diagnosed, treatment options and support

Free or Affordable Screenings

North Carolina women may be eligible for free or affordable screenings and follow-up through our screening and support programs.

Check eligibility / find a local provider

NC Programs and Services

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Information and Resources for Health Care Providers

NC Cancer Data and Statistics

Fact Sheets, Flyers and More