Ciara encourages cervical cancer screening after learning about 'eye-opening' racial disparities in the disease

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'Self-care is the best care, and in this case, by doing your well-woman exam, you are able to really be on top of your stuff and you really can serve some confidence in every aspect when you know yourself more in this way.'

s, recommending an HPV test alone every 5 years from ages 25 to 65. Many doctors are transitioning to using these guidelines within their practices.

Ciara said having her three children, Future, 7, Sienna, 4, and Win, 11 months, helped her to be"way more responsible than ever before" and"super dialed in" when it comes to her health and screenings. "So I did go through that phase, and now honestly, it's something I look forward to," she continued."I like being on top of my stuff, I like knowing everything is good across the board for my total wellness and this is a part of it."Setting an example for her daughter also influenced Ciara to speak out on the importance of screenings.

She hopes using her voice to encourage Black women to get educated about cervical cancer will reduce the disparity in the future. The singer also has a message for Black women who might be hesitant to prioritize or attend their screenings.

 

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