Month: January 2024

Cervivor Cares: Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

In the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr.’s profound legacy of public service and activism, Cervivor, a global organization on a mission to end cervical cancer, is proud to introduce the Cervivor Cares initiative. Driven by a commitment to impact communities positively, Cervivor Cares aims to embody the values of compassion, equality, and service Dr. King championed throughout his lifetime.

Cervivor recognizes the importance of addressing health disparities and advocating for anyone with a cervix’s well-being. The Cervivor Cares initiative seeks to amplify Dr. King’s message of justice and equality by providing support, resources, and education to those impacted by cervical cancer. It is also a way to thank the medical teams that screen, treat, and support cervical cancer patients and survivors. 

By engaging in community outreach, awareness campaigns, and collaborative efforts, Cervivor Cares is dedicated to promoting preventive healthcare, destigmatizing conversations around the Human Papillomavirus (or HPV) and cervical health, as well as ensuring that every individual, regardless of their background, has access to the information and resources they need.

As we celebrate the lasting impact of Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream, Cervivor Cares stands as a testament to the belief that collective action and service can bring about positive change. Through honoring Dr. King’s legacy, Cervivor strives to create a world where cervical cancer is ultimately eliminated. Join us in this meaningful journey towards a healthier and more equitable future for all. 


You can provide the support and educational resources by donating directly through the Cervivor website or by shopping with purpose and sponsoring donation-based items in the Cervivor Shop!

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PRESS RELEASE: Governors and Mayors Across the U.S. Declare January as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Cervical Cancer Awareness Month aims to raise awareness and encourage women to schedule their screenings

MARYLAND, January 14, 2024 – In states and cities across the U.S., Governors and Mayors have declared January as “Cervical Cancer Awareness Month.” Proclamations have been issued at the request of patient advocacy group Cervivor and have been signed to raise awareness a disease that claims the lives of over 4,000 U.S. women a year.

“The U.S. Cancer Statistics Work Group states that in 2020, 11,542 new cervical cancer cases were diagnosed, and 4,272 lives were lost from it,” said Tamika Felder, Founder and Chief Visionary of Cervivor. “Simply put, death from cervical cancer is preventable with vaccination, screening, and treatment. We need to raise awareness across the nation to prevent it from taking more lives.”

According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the five-year survival rate of individuals diagnosed with cervical cancer is 67.2% due to improved treatment, early diagnosis, and vaccinations. However, cervical cancer incidence rates and death rates are still high among certain populations in the U.S., according to NIH, largely due to limited access to cervical cancer screening and vaccinations. In 2015-2019, African-American women were more likely to die of cervical cancer than any other group, followed by American Indian/Alaska Native, Hispanic, white, and then Asian/Pacific Islander.

Virtually all cervical cancers are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). The HPV vaccine has been proven to be safe and effective against types of HPV that cause 70% of cervical cancers, and the results from a simple Pap test and HPV co-test can be used to help prevent cervical cancer or detect cervical cancer in its earliest and most curable stages.

Patient advocacy organizations like Cervivor, who inspire and empower those affected by cervical cancer by educating and motivating them to use their voices for creating awareness to end stigma, are on a mission to ensure the disease is eradicated.

The following cities and states, by way of Cervivor, have issued these proclamations:

“We thank the Governors and Mayors for signing these proclamations and for their commitment to raising awareness of this disease,” says Felder. “Cervivor urges women to use this month to schedule their necessary health screenings to stay cancer free.” Those interested in learning more about Cervivor are encouraged to visit www.cervivor.org.

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About Cervivor: Cervivor is a global community of patient advocates who inspire and empower those affected by cervical cancer by educating and motivating them to use their voices for creating awareness to end stigma, influence decision and change, and end cervical cancer. Learn more at www.cervivor.org or visit us on Instagram, Facebook or X.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Kate Weissman, Cervivor Ambassador Phone: 610-324-3239 Email: [email protected]