Cervical Cancer Prevention and Women’s Well-Being in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Review

Nyiramana Mukamurera P.

Faculty of Medicine Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

Cervical cancer represents a significant public health challenge in Nigeria, where it ranks as a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women. This comprehensive review examines the current state of cervical cancer prevention in Nigeria, with a focus on HPV vaccination and screening programs. The review highlights the critical barriers to effective prevention, including inadequate healthcare infrastructure, low vaccination coverage, limited access to screening services, and sociocultural stigmas. Despite the availability of preventive measures, many Nigerian women face challenges such as financial constraints, lack of awareness, and cultural taboos, which contribute to late-stage diagnoses and high mortality rates. The review also explores the broader implications of cervical cancer on women’s physical, psychological, and economic well-being. Recommendations for improving cervical cancer prevention include expanding vaccination programs, strengthening screening services, raising awareness, and investing in healthcare infrastructure. Addressing these challenges through a multi-faceted approach is essential to reducing the burden of cervical cancer and enhancing the overall well-being of Nigerian women.

Keywords: Cervical Cancer, HPV Vaccination, Screening Programs, Nigeria, Public Health, Healthcare Infrastructure.

CITE AS: Nyiramana Mukamurera P. (2024). Cervical Cancer Prevention and Women’s Well-Being in Nigeria: A Comprehensive Review. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND PHARMACY 3(3): 22-26.  https://doi.org/10.59298/RIJPP/2024/332226