5 lifestyle habits to stay safe from cervical cancer

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Quit Smoking

Smoking can cause many prominent health issues and can be a significant factor behind cervical cancer. Quitting smoking can help maintain one's overall health.

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Fit Body

Maintaining a healthy weight and exercising regularly can contribute to lowering the risk of cervical cancer.

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Healthy Diet

Adding lots of fruits, vegetables into you daily diet will bring in healthy results. It is best to avoid processed and junk foods to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

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Precautions against STD

Maintaining safe sexual practices can help prevent cervical cancer. Use of protection can reduce the risk of HPV transmission.

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Regular Checkups

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A routine Pap test will help to detect cervical cancer at an early stage. Additionally, HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccines can also help prevent cervical cancer.

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