Learn how the EU is preventing cervical cancer in 2026 with vaccination, screening programmes, and better care across Europe
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, a global call to action highlighting prevention, early detection, and better care. In the European Union, cervical cancer remains one of the most common cancers among women aged 15–44, yet it is highly preventable and treatable with effective strategies. Building on this awareness, the EU is taking comprehensive steps to address the disease.
Through Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan, the EU is working to eliminate cervical cancer by boosting HPV vaccination, strengthening screening programmes, and improving the quality of care across member states. Key projects, such as EUCervScreen QA, are updating…