Lazcano-Ponce E, Alonso de RP, Hernández-Ávila M

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Cancer prevention

Knowledge of the epidemiology of cervical cancer (CC) is essential for planning activities for controlling cancer. Studies from basic, clinical and epidemiological research provide information regarding mechanisms in the carcinogenesis process, and they estimate the incidence of the illness and tendencies in mortality, as well as the impact of this illness on communities. These studies also contribute toward identifying high risk factors, and present evidence from populational research that helps to determine the effectiveness of primary and secondary prevention measures on this illness. The Journal Salud Publica de México is pleased to present this special issue on Cervical cancer: New perspectives for diagnosis, prevention and control. Some of the most outstanding researchers in this area of knowledge at the international level have contributed to this monographic issue. The information provided establishes the basic premises that should be considered at the three levels of cervical cancer prevention.