HPV & Cervical Cancer: Stories from Survivors and Supporters

by American Sexual Health Association (Editor)

Overview

This year in the United States, more than 12,000 women will be diagnosed with cervical cancer. That’s an average of more than 32 women every day. Behind each of these women is a story.
A story that involves not just one woman and her battle against disease, but her support system of family, friends and healthcare providers that fights alongside her.

This collection of stories from cervical cancer survivors and family members offers a powerful message to those dealing with the impact of cervical cancer—you are not alone.

From both stories of tragedy to the words of survivors come messages of hope—cervical cancer can be prevented. We can and should do more to raise awareness about ways to prevent cervical cancer so that no woman—no daughter, sister, mother, wife, friend—will die from this preventable disease.

We are grateful to the survivors and family members who have chosen to share their stories of pain, struggle, strength, and hope. We hope you will find inspiration in the stories here and will share the message of prevention.

Product Details

BN ID:	2940148318583
Publisher:	American Sexual Health Association
Publication date:	01/22/2014
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

The American Sexual Health Association, an award-winning and trusted 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has advocated on behalf of those at risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) since 1914. ASHA’s mission is to promote the sexual health of individuals, families and communities by advocating sound policies and practices and educating the public, professionals and policy makers, in order to foster healthy sexual behaviors and relationships and prevent adverse health outcomes.

The National Cervical Cancer Coalition (NCCC) is a program of the American Sexual Health Association. NCCC serves women across the country with, or at risk for, cervical cancer and HPV disease. The organization has local chapters across the U.S. that offer education and support to members. NCCC also offers other outreach services such as the Phone Pals program, the Quilt project, and online resources to raise awareness of cervical cancer and HPV disease.