How frequently you should get a Pap smear or HPV test — and what to expect during the procedure

Pap smears are screening tools to detect any abnormal changes in cervical cells which may indicate cancer or HPV.
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To Your Health:Pap smears help detect, prevent cervical cancer

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 ...
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The FDA approves first U.S. at-home tool as a Pap-smear alternative

The Food and Drug administration has approved the U.S.'s first at-home alternative to the Pap smear, a procedure generations of women have dreaded and often found painful. The new device by Teal ...
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Check, Detect, Protect: How Primary Care Providers Can Fight Human Papillomavirus

Illustrative picture of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Credit: Getty Images. Primary care providers have a critical role in human papillomavirus (HPV) screening and prevention. Human ...