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J. Trop. Med. Hyg., 114(1), 2026, pp. 6–9  \ndoi:10.4269/ajtmh.25-0396 Copyright © 2026 The author(s)  \nPerspective  \nEliminating Cervical Cancer in India:  \nChallenges and Prospects  \nSanjanaa Senthilkumar,1 Rohit A. Chitale,1 Prakasha Kempaiah,1 Deepika Saraf,2* and Ravi Durvasula1* 1Department of Infectious Diseases, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida; 2Centre for Health Innovation and Policy, Noida, India  \nAbstract. Cervical cancer is a malignancy with a well-established viral origin linked to high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) types. Globally, there are 348,709 estimated deaths among 662,301 cervical cancer cases. India faces a disproportionately high burden, contributing to 79,906 of these deaths and accounting for over 22% of global deaths. The nation’s high mortality rate is attributable to the low rate of cervical cancer screening and HPV vaccination uptake. Thereis a greater impact of cervical cancer on those of lower socioeconomic status and a cultural stigma surrounding sexually transmitted infections. We recommend a comprehensive cervical cancer prevention strategy, including screening programs, culturally sensitive education for patients and providers, government-endorsed HPV vaccination, and continuing studies on diagnostics and vaccination in the Indian context.  \nINTRODUCTION  \nThe persistent crisis of cervical cancer in India.  \nCervical cancer remains an urgent global health challenge that accounts for significant morbidity and mortality. Globally, in 2022, an estimated 662,301 women were newly diagnosed with the disease, with 348,709 deaths. In India, 123,907 women were diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2022.1,2 India faces a disproportionately high burden, accounting for over 23% of global deaths caused by cervical cancer.3 The nation’s alarming cervical cancer mortality rate is attributable to the low rate of cervical cancer screening (2%) and resistance to human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccination.3 Although India’s screening rate remains low, other low- to middle-income countries (LMICs) have achieved higher screening rates (e.g., Kenya at 16.4%, Vietnam at 25%, and Iran at 52.1%), highlighting the potential for improvement through targeted public health initiatives.4 Epidemiological data expose major gaps in vaccination enrollment, cervical cancer screening, and sexual education among school-aged girls.5,6 Cervical cancer disproportionately affects women from low socioeconomic strata because of the unaffordability of vaccines, lack of early detection through screening, and other access barriers to treatments.7,8 The barriers are not limited to economics; there is significant cultural stigma surrounding sexually transmitted infection (STI) rooted in moral judgment and generational misconceptions.9 The taboo of STIs must be addressed, without which low screening and vaccination uptake will persist, ultimately hindering care for millions of women.  \nEducational, cultural, economic, and political factors hindering cervical cancer prevention in India.  \nMost cervical cancers start as HPV infections, which have potential to progress into malignancy.10 The current HPV vaccines target high-risk HPV types. Regular Pap smear tests and HPV DNA testing help detect precancerous changes and enable early intervention. This pathophysiology underscores  \n* Address correspondence to Deepika Saraf, Centre for Health Innovation and Policy, 361, Sector 15A Noida 201301, Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh, India. E-mail: drdeepika.aiims@gmail. com or Ravi Durvasula, Department of Infectious Diseases, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, 4500 San Pablo Rd. South Jacksonville, FL 32224. E-mail: E-mail: [durvasula.ravi@mayo.edu](durvasula.ravi@mayo.edu)  \nthe importance of vaccination, regular screening, and early treatment to reduce the risk of developing cervical cancer. More specific to India, risk factors for cervical cancer include early marriage, multiple pregnancies, malnutrition, poor genital hygiene, and having a spouse who h","cbCaigOnNbYby4to","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaigOnNbYby4to","pdf",599473,"English","# Introduction\n## The persistent crisis of cervical cancer in India\n## Educational, cultural, economic, and political factors hindering cervical cancer prevention in India","[{\"question\":\"What drives cervical cancer globally and in India?\",\"answer\":\"Cervical cancer has a well-established viral origin linked to high-risk HPV types. India faces a disproportionately high burden, reflected in a large share of global deaths.\"},{\"question\":\"Why does India have a high cervical cancer mortality rate?\",\"answer\":\"The mortality rate is attributed to low cervical cancer screening and resistance to HPV vaccination uptake. The impact is stronger among lower socioeconomic groups.\"},{\"question\":\"What prevention strategy is recommended?\",\"answer\":\"A comprehensive prevention strategy is recommended, including screening programs, culturally sensitive education for patients and providers, government-endorsed HPV vaccination, and ongoing studies on diagnostics and vaccination in the Indian context.\"}]","Eliminating Cervical Cancer in India - Challenges and Prospects | PDF"]