Before losing her to cervical cancer, my mom taught me a great defense protects from every angle. On a court, the best defense is all about coverage. One player guards the perimeter, and the other protects the inside. When it comes to protecting yourself against cervical cancer, the ultimate defense begins with screening. For women between 21 and 29, it's recommended to visit your doctor for a Pap test every three years, checking for any cells that can turn into cancer. For those who are 30 and older, you can add on the HPV test every five years, finding the virus that can cause cervical cancer.

One sample, two results that can help detect cervical cancer before it starts. Yeah! On the court, I'm only one defender, but when it comes to my health, always make sure I have two guarding me, the Pap and the HPV test. And make sure you're always guarding yourself, too. Get screened by your doctor, and let's make cervical cancer a thing of the past.