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Global Push to Eliminate Cervical Cancer Gains Momentum

New special issue examines global progress toward eliminating cervical cancer by 2030. Features innovations in vaccination, screening, and treatment to advance women's health equity worldwide.

The elimination of cervical cancer represents one of the most significant public health achievements possible in our lifetime, directly impacting millions of women worldwide. As a highly preventable disease through vaccination against HPV and early detection through screening, cervical cancer elimination demonstrates how scientific advancement combined with global cooperation can transform health outcomes. This matters because cervical cancer disproportionately affects women in low-income countries where healthcare access remains limited, making its elimination a crucial step toward global health equity. Success would mean preventing over 340,000 annual deaths and reducing the burden on healthcare systems while advancing gender justice. The progress documented in this special issue shows that with continued investment in vaccination programs, screening infrastructure, and treatment access, we could witness the first elimination of a human cancer—setting a precedent for tackling other preventable diseases and demonstrating what's possible when global health priorities align with scientific innovation.