Risk & Prevention

Throughout the year, the Foundation for Women’s Cancer (FWC) urges increased emphasis on helping women understand the steps that can be undertaken to reduce the risks for gynecologic cancers. We encourage people to learn about risk and prevention of these cancers unique to female reproductive organs and listen to your body—we all know what is normal for us.

Maintaining Health

To reduce the risk of developing certain types of cancers, it’s important to maintain a healthy weight, be physically active and eat healthy.

Risk Factors

Learn about the risk factors associated with gynecologic cancers unique to female reproductive organs.

Human papillomavirus (HPV)

HPV is a very common virus that can cause cervical, vulvar and vaginal cancer, among others.

Genetics

Watch a seven-minute video about inherited cancer syndromes, genetic testing and genetic counselors.