Black Health: Cervical Cancer Quiz

Cervical Cancer Awareness Quiz

Awareness of Cervical Cancer is very important for Black women's health. Compared to white women, Black woman are more likely to die of the disease at what rate?

• Twice the rate
• Three times the rate
• Five times the rate

What is cervical cancer?

• A disease of the abdomen
• A disease of the reproductive tract
• A disease of the intestines

Is cervical cancer easy to prevent and treat?

• Yes
• No
• It depends

When should a women begin getting screened for cervical cancer?

• By age 21
• By age 31
• By age 40

How many cervical cancer screening options are there for a woman aged 30-40?

• 4
• 2
• 10

At what age can a woman stop getting her yearly screenings for cervical cancer, and be sure she will remain healthy?

• 45
• 55
• 65

What do the best medical professionals recommend to maintain your feminine health, regardless of your age?

• Only getting cervical cancer screenings
• Annual gynecologic examinations, including pelvic exams
• Waiting until you have symptoms

Are there conditions that require more frequent tests for cervical cancer?

• Yes
• No
• I'm not sure

What is the name of the cervical cancer vaccine?

• HibTITER
• Gardasil
• Menomune

During what age range should a woman consider getting vaccinated with Gardasil?

• Ages 5-10
• Ages 32-44
• Ages 9-26