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The cervix is part of the female reproductive system. It joins the womb to the top of the vagina.
Regular screening is the best way to reduce the risk of cervical cancer. There are also two vaccines that can help prevent cervical cancer.
Cervical cancer is linked to a very common virus, the human papilloma virus (HPV)
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