Cervical cancer rates plummet, heading for 'rare cancer' status

HPV vaccine creator Professor Ian Frazer

HPV vaccine creator Professor Ian Frazer Source: SBS

Australia could become the first country in the world to eliminate cervical cancer. Within 20 years, it's expected the disease will almost be eradicated from the nation, making it a step closer to being considered a rare cancer.



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