Some stories don’t begin with symptoms or warnings. They begin with a decision.
Namrta Sharma’s story is one such journey. An HR professional from India, a mother, and the co-founder of UNIMO (Universe of Moms, one of the world’s largest online communities of mothers), Namrta has always believed in being proactive about her life and health. Like many, the pandemic disrupted her routines. And like many, she felt well when she returned for her annual health check-up in 2023.
What she did not anticipate was how a routine cervical cancer screening, supported by HPV testing, would reshape her understanding of women’s health and preventive care.
In this video, Namrta shares how early testing can play a critical role in protecting women’s health and guiding more precise care pathways. She reflects on what she learned about HPV DNA self-sampling, HPV, and cervical screening, and on the questions she had not considered before. These include why cervical cancer is different from many other cancers in how early it can be detected, and the potential impact early insight can have on a woman’s health.
This is not a story driven by fear or urgency. It is a story about awareness, timing, and informed choices. It speaks to why cervical screening should not wait for symptoms, but be considered an important part of preventive care and an informed approach to long-term health.
If you have ever questioned the need for HPV testing or cervical cancer screening in the absence of symptoms, or delayed it amid everyday responsibilities, Namrta’s story highlights why early detection and informed choices matter for women’s long-term health.
Share Namrta’s story with someone you care about.
Because sometimes awareness begins with a conversation, and one informed choice can make a lasting difference.
