No one likes to think about things like Cervical Cancer, but the more you know about it, the more prepared you may be to help prevent it.  Here’s a quick quiz to help you understand more about Cervical Cancer and some of the risk factors.  Go ahead and see how you do!  You may be surprised by some of the answers.

		Cervical Cancer affects the:
		a.      Uterus b.      Vagina c.      Cervix
		The test to identify Cervical Cancer is:
		a.      A blood test b.      A Pap smear c.      There is none
		One cause of Cervical Cancer is:
		a.      HPV b.      Too much exercise c.      Kissing
		It is estimated that in 2006 along, nearly __ women were diagnosed with cervical cancer each day
		a.      2 b.      12 c.      27
		It is estimated that in 2006 alone, nearly ___ women died from cervical cancer each day
		a.      0 b.      3 c.      11
		The age range of women at the highest risk for an abnormal Pap smear—which may be a sign of infection with HPV—is:
		a.      15 to 29 b.      30 to 45 c.      46 to 60
		Early cervical cancer often have no signs or symptoms:
		a.      True b.      False
		It is estimated that in the U.S. in 2006 alone, 38% of women diagnosed with Cervical Cancer have died.
		a.      True b.      False
		Smoking cigarettes can increase your risk of Cervical Cancer.
		a.      True b.      False
		Cervical Cancer is the third most common gynecological cancer in the U.S.
		a.      True b.      False

Answers:
 1.  c
 2.  c
 3.  a
 4.  c
 5.  a
 6.  a
 7.  a
 8.  a
 9.  a
10. a

See How You Scored:
So, how did you do?  Tally up your score and find out how prepared you are to protect yourself against Cervical Cancer!
 
Maven  (8-10 correct answers) – Keep up the good work! You are a woman who is in charge of her health and understands the benefits of staying informed.
 
Almost a Know-It-All (6-8 correct answers) – Good job!  Remember, the more you know about your body and the risks associated with Cervical Cancer, the better prepared you are to take control of your healthcare.
 
Brainiac-in-Training  (4-6 correct answers) – You are on the right track. Stick with your commitment to learn more about your body and how to protect yourself and you will feel empowered and in control.
 
Smart Starter  (2-4 correct answers) – This is a good start! With a continued commitment to find out more about Cervical Cancer, you will be better prepared to protect yourself and take control of your healthcare. 
 
Trainee  (1-2 correct answers) – Don’t be discouraged. You are obviously taking steps to learn more about Cervical Cancer.  Continue to take advantage of available resources, like www.ccfacts.com.
 
Whether you are a Maven or a Trainee, it is important for you to continue to learn more about Cervical Cancer and how you can protect yourself.  Keep utilizing available resources, like www.ccfacts.com. As you can see, many of the risk factors for Cervical Cancer are in your control and can be avoided with lifestyle changes.  So, take necessary steps to protect yourself, make sure you get a pap test regularly and talk with your ob/gyn about any questions that you may have.