Everybody aims to be healthy, physically, and mentally fit. I’m more conscious with what I eat now and doing my best to hit the gym at least 3-5 times a week. I rarely get sick and I’m very thankful. The last time I’ve been seriously ill was when I survived Dengue Stage 4 when I was in Grade School. I always say, if there’ll be one disease I’m really scared of, I think everyone is, that is cancer of any kind. For me, cancer = death especially to a financially average person like me.
Andi Manzano-Reyes was our lovely host for the event at Makati, Shang-ri La Hotel
Every woman is at risk regardless of race, age, and lifestyle. Cervical Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among Filipinas with ratio of 7:10 every single day.
How does Cervical Cancer develops?
HPV (human papillomavirus), a very common virus, is the necessary cause of cervical cancer. Our cervix (the entrance betwwen the vagina and the uterus), gets infected with abnormal cells and virus, Cervical Cancer occurs. Studies show that 99.7% of cervical cancer patients are positive for HPV infection. It can be transmitted via sexual intercourse and skin-to-skin genital contact.
Gypsy, a cervical cancer survivor shared her very inspiring story on how she fought cancer.
How to prevent Cervical Cancer?
Aside from vaccines, change of lifestyle and being conscientious about one’s sexual activities can help. Have regular consultations and pap smears by your OB-GYN.
Women are at risk regardless of Age
As young as 9 years old, the WHO-SAGE (World Health Organization Strategic Advisory Group of Experts) on Immunization reiterates the importance of getting protected through HPV immunization before their first exposure to HPV. The risk for cervical cancer increases with age and is highest when a woman is over 66 years old. Vaccination and screening starting at age 21 is recommended to prevent HPV infections.
GSK, the leading research-based pharmaceutical company continues to heighten cervical cancer awareness through Put On Your Power Pout, Power Over Cervical Cancer campaign to inspire us Filipinas that we can do something to prevent such diseases so we enjoy our colorful life with our loved ones.
GSK partnered with VMV Hypoallergenics for the cervical cancer awareness campaign. Women are encouraged to wear purple lipstick to show their support. VMV Hypoallergenics is the perfect brand for this campaign. VMV Lipsticks are free from harmful chemicals (parabens, irritating waxes, Phthalates, fragrance, and preservatives), living to their promise of safest, most proven effective care on the planet.
There was a VMV Hypoallergenics booth at the event for FREE makeovers!
Join the Movement!
Show your support by taking a photo of yourself wearing VMV Hypoallergenics’ Tutu or Chorus Line Lipstick (or a photo of you holding a kiss mark from the lipstick) and post it on Instagram/Facebook with the hashtags #PowerPout #PowerOverCervicalCancer
With these gorgeous ladies supporting the campaign
Join the movement and Put on your Power Pout!
