During a Pap smear, the medical provider swabs the patient's cervix to collect a cell sample. The cell sample is then sent to a lab, where pathologists analyze the sample under a microscope to check ...

In early December, the American Cancer Society updated its guidelines for the first time since 2020. Now, all women ...

Doctor talking with patient at desk in medical office via Getty. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is looking to update its recommendations for screening for cervical cancer. The task force has ...

HPV self-tests allow patients to collect a sample themselves, instead of having a healthcare provider collect it.

Cervical cancer, often silent and deadly, can be prevented through smart vaccination and regular screening. Australia's ...

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Cervical cancer claims thousands of women’s lives every year. It happens more due to low screening and lack of awareness.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, so it’s a great time to remind ourselves that routine screenings are a critical part of our wellness routines. Cervical cancer is among the most preventable ...

If you own a cervix, you’re probably familiar with that awkward feeling of lying on a cold examination table with your feet up in stirrups and legs spread eagle while your physician scraps your inner ...

The women's team at Sanford Health in Bemidji will host a special cervical cancer screening event from 2 to 7 p.m. on ...

A pap smear, sometimes called a pap test, is a procedure that screens for cervical cancer — and is typically done during an annual well-woman visit with a gynecologist. In this article, we discuss how ...

Women over 21 years old should be getting a Pap smear every three years. It's a crucial test that looks for cervical cancer. It can be a little uncomfortable — but it's over in a few seconds. Cervical ...