Doctor Reveals the Two Deadliest Cancers in Women and How to Prevent Them
On June 26, 2025, a public health professional shared a post on Facebook highlighting a warning about two types of cancer commonly found in women — and both are preventable.
On June 26, 2025, a public health professional shared a post on Facebook highlighting a warning about two types of cancer commonly found in women — and both are preventable.
Currently, the number of cancer patients continues to rise, especially among younger individuals. Among women, the two most common types of cancer are:
1. Cervical Cancer (Ranked 2nd Most Common in Women)
This cancer is largely caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), with strains 16 and 18 being the most high-risk. The virus can be transmitted through various forms of contact, including sexual activity, shared use of sex toys, and even public restroom facilities.
There are two main ways to prevent cervical cancer:
- Vaccination: Today, the 9-valent HPV vaccine can prevent up to 95% of cervical cancer cases. It’s recommended for anyone aged 9 and above, regardless of gender, as it also helps prevent other types of cancers.
- Cervical Cancer Screening: Screening has become more accessible and can now be done at home. It’s quick, painless, and takes only about 5 minutes. Women aged 25 and older are encouraged to get screened. Those under 25 who are sexually active should get screened 3 years after their first sexual experience.
2. Breast Cancer (Ranked 1st Most Common in Women)
Breast cancer doesn’t have a definitive cause, but several risk factors have been identified — some avoidable and some unavoidable.
Unavoidable risk factors:
- Family history of breast or ovarian cancer
- Gender
- Aging
Avoidable risk factors:
- Smoking and alcohol consumption
- Obesity
- Long-term use of birth control pills due to prolonged hormone intake
- Having few or no children
To reduce the risk of breast cancer, the American Cancer Society recommends:
- Maintaining a healthy weight
- Exercising and staying physically active
- Reducing or avoiding alcohol
- Breastfeeding
Regular screening is also important. Starting at age 20, women should begin self-examinations. From age 35, clinical screenings using ultrasound and mammograms are advised — don’t wait for symptoms to appear.
Both types of cancer have preventable risks. While they may not be entirely avoidable, reducing the risk is far better than taking no preventive action at all.
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