It does not discriminate

February 9, 2017 8:19am
Cervical cancer has been definitively linked to the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and impacts women in the prime of their life. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection. Cervical cancer kills women, leaves children motherless, devastates families and cripples communities.

Cervical cancer impacts women in the prime of their life, typically between the ages of 30-50 years. It is a disease that preys on women with the least resources, those who are marginalized, immigrant, Aboriginal, women of colour or low-income, whether they live here in Canada or in developing nations.

Kerry, a cervical cancer survivor on a pier
A letter from Kerry Kenwood
May 9, 2017 9:55am
I want to tell you a story of how my life was drastically altered when a PAP test led to a call that no woman ever wants to get. “You have cervical cancer.” The words echoed in my head. The moment may have seemed surreal, but the urgency in the doctor’s voice was not a dream. My little girls were all I could think of.
Gina, a leader to end cervical cancer head shot
Ending Cervical Cancer
May 9, 2017 9:49am
Women in the prime of their lives are needlessly dying. Dr. Gina Ogilvie and her fellow researchers at BC Women’s have the answers. They are leaders in the global effort to end cervical cancer. All they need is you…
Cervical cancer is one of the deadliest forms of cancer
February 9, 2017 8:19am
"Cervical cancer is one of the gravest threats to women’s lives… most of these women have not been diagnosed, nor do they have access to treatment that could cure them or prolong their lives." World Health Organization
It does not discriminate
February 9, 2017 8:19am
Cervical cancer has been definitively linked to the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) and impacts women in the prime of their life. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection. Cervical cancer kills women, leaves children motherless, devastates families and cripples communities.
This cancer is completely preventable
February 9, 2017 8:20am
Armed with a vaccine that prevents infection, BC Women’s research team is taking the lead on innovating screening tests for early detection, protocols for inoculation and model treatments for cervical cancer. Like the eradication of polio, we have the tools and knowledge to eliminate this deadly cancer.
We can see this disease end in our lifetime
February 9, 2017 8:20am
The World Health Organization is poised to act on the guidance of experts. BC Women’s Hospital is leading the challenge to develop a roadmap that ensures women and girls worldwide have equitable access to prevention and treatment.
Help lead the global effort to eradicate cervical cancer.
February 9, 2017 8:20am
Together we can find the right combination of effective and affordable tools to prevent and treat cervical cancer at home and abroad. Supporting the experts’ ability to finish charting this journey will mean the difference between life and death for millions of women and girls.
Be a part of medical history
February 9, 2017 8:21am
BC Women’s has a proven track record. Cervical cancer can be eliminated while also learning more about dealing with other viral‑based cancers. By donating to BC Women’s, your investment delivers tangible results and will be a catalyst for worldwide change.
About the experts
February 9, 2017 8:22am
Leading research positions, training and service in women’s reproductive and maternal health, BC Women’s as an international leader in creating new knowledge and advancement in practice-changing projects, putting an end cervical cancer.