India, Jan. 14 -- It may feel overwhelming to discuss cervical cancer when you're a teenager, a time when you focus on school, friends, and your future. But it's important to know that cervical cancer can start affecting people long before they reach adulthood. Understanding this can help you feel more in control of your health. You might be wondering why this matters to you. Taking charge of your health now can lead to a healthier life down the road.

"Cervical cancer mainly results from infection with high-risk types of human papillomavirus (HPV). This virus is so common that most people will encounter it at some point in their lives," Dr Sowmya Raghavan, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, Laproscopic Surgeon & Fertility Specialist, Apollo C...