Manila, Jan. 27 -- Women in Quezon City can now access free cervical cancer screening at various health centers and lying-in clinics to promote early detection and reduce the disease's impact.

Mayor Joy Belmonte on Monday highlighted the importance of early detection, noting that while cervical cancer is preventable and treatable, it remains one of the most common cancers among Filipino women.

"This initiative highlights our commitment to women's health by providing accessible screening services and fostering a healthier community," Belmonte said in a press release.

According to the 2022 Global Cancer Observatory (GLOBOCAN) report, cervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer among women globally and the third in the Philippines, w...