Basic Health International works to eliminate cervical cancer by translating evidence into action. Guided by the global call to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem, including the targets set by the World Health Organization, we focus on approaches that are practical, affordable, and effective in the settings where the burden of disease remains highest.
Our work is grounded in four interconnected pillars that together strengthen prevention, improve access to care, and build sustainable health systems.
1. Scientific & Academic Research
We conduct rigorous research to improve early detection and treatment strategies in real-world health systems.
2.Implementation of Cervical Cancer Prevention Strategies
We work with governments and communities to implement cervical cancer prevention strategies at scale.
3. Education and Training of Healthcare Workers
We strengthen healthcare systems by training providers to deliver high-quality prevention services.
4. Patient Care
We ensure women receive compassionate, high-quality care from screening to treatment.
1. Scientific and Academic Research
We conduct rigorous scientific and academic research to test, validate, and refine novel cervical cancer prevention strategies. Our research focuses on identifying approaches that improve early detection and treatment while remaining feasible in real-world health systems.
This includes:
- Evaluating high-performance HPV screening technologies
- Studying self-collection and alternative screening models to reach under-screened populations
- Generating evidence to inform national and global policy decisions
By partnering with academic institutions, ministries of health, and clinical researchers, we ensure that our findings contribute to the global evidence base and directly inform practice.
2. Implementation of Cervical Cancer Prevention Strategies
Evidence alone is not enough. We work closely with governments, health systems, and communities to implement cervical cancer prevention strategies at scale.
Our implementation work includes:
- Integrating HPV screening and treatment into existing health services
- Strengthening referral systems to ensure timely diagnosis and care
- Supporting national programs to expand access to prevention services
We prioritize solutions that are sustainable, adaptable, and aligned with local health system capacity, helping countries move closer to the goal of eliminating cervical cancer.
3. Education and Training of Healthcare Workers
Healthcare workers are central to successful prevention programs. We invest in education and capacity building to ensure providers have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to deliver high-quality cervical cancer prevention services.
Our education efforts focus on:
- Training clinicians and community health workers in screening and treatment protocols
- Supporting task-shifting and team-based care models
- Providing ongoing mentorship and technical assistance
By strengthening the healthcare workforce, we help ensure that prevention efforts are not only effective today but sustained over time.
Advancing a World Free from Cervical Cancer
Together, these three pillars allow Basic Health International to bridge the gap between innovation and impact. Through research, implementation, and education, we work alongside partners around the world to ensure that cervical cancer prevention reaches the women and communities who need it most.