The HPV vaccine demonstrates strong long-term protection against cervical cancer, yet the study underscores the necessity of ...

Among the more than 100 types of human papillomavirus (HPV), at least 14 are considered as 'high-risk' types which can cause ...

To get screened for cervical cancer, patients in the United States may no longer need to put their feet in those awkward stirrups, brace for the uncomfortable speculum or even take the time off ...

In addition, cervical cancer rates are 25% higher in rural areas, and the death rate is 42% higher, likely due to a lack of resources and health care providers. For some, discomfort is also a big ...

The report estimated that this year, 13,360 women will be diagnosed with cervical cancer and about 4,320 women will die. However, the number of women getting screened has fallen since the mid-2000s.

At-home cervical cancer screening test gets FDA approval. How it works, availability The Teal Wand is an at-home vaginal sample self-collection device that tests for HPV.

U.K. study: HPV vaccine reduced cervical cancer rates by 87% in women who were vaccinated at 12 and 13 03:48. The maker of an at-home cervical cancer screening test said Friday it has won approval ...

Teal’s development is the natural next step on a path of advancements in cervical cancer screening. While the Pap was invented in the 1940s and involves inspecting cervical cells for ...

The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first at-home test that will allow women to screen for cervical cancer. Currently, screenings are only available via pelvic exams.