Human papilloma virus 16 and 18 account for 70% of all cases of cervical cancer.Which of the following is likely NOT a contributing factor to this alarming statistic?

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HPV does not lower white blood cell levels, so option D is not a contributing factor to the high incidence of cervical cancer caused by HPV 16 and 18. Options A, B, and C are all contributing factors. Option A emphasizes the ease of transmission of HPV, which can occur without the appearance of symptoms. Option B highlights the high prevalence of HPV infection in Canadian women, which is a contributing factor to the high incidence of cervical cancer. Option C suggests that many individuals who contract HPV may not realize they are infected, and thus may not seek treatment or take preventative measures.

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