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flag Anal cancer cases in Australia have nearly doubled in 20 years, with most patients now women, driven by HPV, and a new toolkit aims to improve care and reduce stigma.

flag Anal cancer cases have nearly doubled in Australia over the past 20 years, with women now making up more than 60% of diagnoses, primarily linked to HPV. flag Stigma, symptom misattribution to hemorrhoids, and healthcare provider ignorance contribute to delayed diagnosis and patient isolation. flag In response, researchers from St Vincent’s Hospital and the University of Sydney have launched a national toolkit to improve doctor-patient communication, reduce stigma, and support care for women with the disease. flag The resource, informed by patient experiences, will be implemented in cancer clinics across NSW, Victoria, and South Australia. flag While Australia’s HPV vaccination program has significantly reduced cervical cancer, its impact on anal cancer will take decades. flag Experts urge early medical attention for symptoms like bleeding to avoid aggressive treatments and improve outcomes.

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