New at-home cervical cancer screening test offers convenient alternative to Pap smears

The FDA has approved a new at-home test for cervical cancer screening that could make early detection more accessible for ...
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Can you still get a pap smear while on your period?

You can still get a Pap smear while on your period, but heavy bleeding might affect test accuracy. Light bleeding or spotting usually won't affect Pap smear results. Healthcare providers generally ...

Q&A: At-home HPV tests may usher in a new era for cervical cancer screening

Regular cervical cancer screening using HPV testing and/or Pap tests can prevent up to 90% or more of cervical cancers by detecting and treating precancerous lesions early, making it one of the most ...
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New Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines Include At-Home HPV Tests. Here's What Docs Think of Them

Self-swab tests provide a simple way to catch early warning signs of cervical cancer.

Researchers work to enhance HPV self-testing to screen for cervical cancer

At-home kits that allow women to collect their own samples for HPV testing have been shown to improve cervical cancer ...
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Doncaster NHS worker praised for viral Harry Styles smear test campaign

A viral NHS campaign featuring singing sensation Harry Styles urging women to get smear tests has been praised after being ...