I wanted to enjoy life and that is why I am now at
my third shot for my cervical vaccine. I am aware that every woman is at risk.
Cervical cancer is a major problem for Filipino women: it is the second leading
cause of cancer deaths among Filipinas, with seven dying of the dreaded disease
every single day. What’s more worrying
is that two in three Filipinas diagnosed with cervical cancer may die within
five years. Cervical cancer is a risk
for women regardless of race, age, lifestyle or socio-economic status. I am not
alone with this and everyone is making ways to tell that world that we can do
something about it.
Every shot is worth around 2500 and you need 3 shots
for this but this is a small amount
compare to the long and agonizing moments we will encounter once we have the
dreaded cervical cancer.Cervical cancer occurs when abnormal cells develop and
spread in the cervix, the entrance between the vagina and the uterus. The human papillomavirus (HPV), a very common
virus, is the necessary cause of cervical cancer. It has been shown that 99.7
percent of cervical cancer patients are positive for HPV infection. It is also estimated that up to 80 percent of
women will be infected with HPV at some point in their lives. While HPV is
primarily transmitted via sexual intercourse, skin-to-skin genital contact is
also a recognized mode of transmission. , Lifestyle changes can help prevent the
development of cervical cancer, such as being conscientious about one’s sexual
activities. Beyond regular consultations and pap smears by your OB-GYN,
vaccines that protect against cancer-causing HPV are also now readily
available.An important reminder, just because you have a cervical vaccine; don’t
go around having casual sex.
I attended a recent event that continues to tell the
women that we have a power over Cervical Cancer. Leading research-based
pharmaceutical company GSK continues to ramp up its cervical cancer awareness
efforts this year with the patient—the woman—always in mind. In the
Philippines, the Power over Cervical Cancer campaign urges Filipinas to realize
that they are empowered—that they can do something to prevent the disease from
happening to them, so they don’t miss out on a colorful life ahead or leave
their loved ones behind.
Purple lips against cervical cancer
In commemoration of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, GSK Philippines launched its partnership with cosmetics manufacturer VMV Hypoallergenics at a press event entitled Put On Your Power Pout!, held last May 28th at Makati Shangri-La Hotel. The partnership introduces a twist on spreading awareness: encouraging women to join the movement by wearing purple lipstick to show their support for the advocacy on cervical cancer prevention.
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| “Cancer is quite a distant concept for women who are well. What might be more important to them is keeping up with the latest trends, especially in fashion and beauty. The lipstick is a woman’s own—when she wears it, she makes a statement about herself. Through this partnership with VMV, we hope to drive women to make a statement against cervical cancer,” says Mark Castillo, GSK product manager. |
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| Jacklyn Remo, assistant marketing manager for VMV Hypoallergenics, supports the movement: “We are fully committed toward this partnership with GSK Philippines. At VMV Hypoallergenics, we promise the safest, most proven effective care on the planet—and that extends to beauty. This unique combination of science, wellness and beauty means we also strongly stand for advocacies that help women, their health and happiness.” |
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| Blogger making her power pout |
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| Andi Manzano with here power pout against cervical cancer |
JOIN THE MOVEMENT NOW—take a photo of yourself wearing VMV Hypoallergenics’ Tutu or Chorus Line lipstick (or a photo of you holding your kiss mark from the lipstick) and post it on Instagram and Facebook with the hashtags #PowerPout and #PowerOverCervicalCancer!
A health service message brought to you by GSK.
For further information on cervical cancer, please consult your doctor.
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