There are approximately 12,000 cases of cervical cancer diagnosed in the United States each year. Cervical cancer has decreased by more than 50% in the past 30 years due to screening with pap smears.
Are you up to date on your pap smear? Please contact your PCM (primary care manager) and schedule a well woman examination. Central Appointment line is at DSN 243-5352 / COMM 046-816-5352. USNH Quarterdeck DSN 243-5247 / COMM 046-816-5247. Reference: Screening for Cervical Cancer. American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Practice Bulletin Number 131, November 2012.