Pekalongan City Intensify DNA HPV Tests To Prevent Cervical Cancer

Deputy Mayor of Pekalongan Balqis Diab. (ANTARA)

JAKARTA - DNA HPV examination is now increasingly known as an effective early detection method to prevent cervical cancer. This examination is able to identify the presence of a High-risk Human Papillomavirus (HPV) that can trigger cervical neck cancer, even before symptoms appear.

With this preventive approach, the risk of a disease known as the number two killer for women after breast cancer can be significantly suppressed. Education and access to examinations are key to saving more women from the latent danger of this disease.

In Pekalongan City, Central Java, this effort was realized through the city government's strong commitment to encouraging routine DNA HPV examinations. The local government assesses the importance of screening as part of caring for the health of women's reproduction, especially those that have been sexually active.

Deputy Mayor of Pekalongan, Balgis Diab, said that this examination is a real strategy to improve the quality of life of women as well as reduce the incidence of cervical cancer in the future. He emphasized the importance of comprehensive education so that people, especially women, understand the benefits of early detection.

"The DNA HPV helps detect early the risk of cervical cancer which is the number two deadly disease after breast cancer," he said, as quoted by ANTARA.

Early detection not only serves as a medical step, but is also part of efforts to protect social affairs and strengthen the role of women in families and society. The city government is determined to expand the scope of this inspection service through synergy with various parties.

As part of the national target towards the elimination of cervical cancer by 2030, Pekalongan took part in strengthening cross-sectoral collaboration. This initiative involves health institutions, women's organizations, and community leaders so that the message of the importance of preventing cervical cancer can reach all levels.

The Head of the Family Empowerment and Welfare Mobilization Team (TP-PKK) of Pekalongan City, Inggit Soraya, highlighted the low awareness of some women about the importance of periodic examinations.

Many cases were found when conditions were severe enough due to lack of information and delays in detection. According to him, DNA HPV examination can be a simple but very impactive initial solution.

"Many cases of cervical cancer were found under advanced conditions due to lack of information and delays in examination. Therefore, DNA HPV examination is important as a preventive measure," he said.