The 8th Annual HPV Prevention Week demonstrated the power of education, advocacy, and community in advancing cancer prevention and protecting public health. Throughout the week, leaders from medicine, public health, advocacy, and patient communities came together to reinforce a clear and urgent message: HPV-related cancers are preventable, and proven tools exist to save lives. This year’s event included special breakout sessions with the American Cancer Society to share insights and resources.
“HPV Prevention Week continues to show us what’s possible when prevention is guided by science and collaboration,” said Dr. Bisi Alli, HPV Prevention Week Co-Chair. “Progress reflects growing awareness, stronger prevention efforts through the HPV vaccine, and broader access to evidence-based tools for future generations.”
While the week served as a focal point for national attention, leaders emphasized that HPV prevention must extend far beyond a single observance.
“Prevention doesn’t stop when the HPV Week ends,” said Dr. Shobha Krishnan. “HPV prevention is a 365-day effort that depends on continued education, equitable access to vaccination and screening, and empowering healthcare professionals to make strong, confident recommendations for their patients.”
The American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) and the Global Initiative Against HPV and Cervical Cancer (GIAHC) reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining this momentum throughout the year through partnerships, policy, advocacy, clinical education, and community engagement. This work focuses on advancing evidence-based prevention strategies while addressing persistent gaps in access and awareness that contribute to preventable cancers.
Organizers expressed gratitude to the clinicians, advocates, partners, and community members who participated in this year’s HPV Prevention Week by sharing resources, amplifying messages, and translating prevention into action. Continued collaboration and sustained investment remain essential to ensuring that HPV-related cancers become a preventable chapter of the past rather than an ongoing public health challenge.
Learn more about HPV Prevention Week and watch the recordings.