Articles for Tag: "Pap smear"

How to reduce the risk of cervical cancer 
How to reduce the risk of cervical cancer
Getting regular Pap tests can help detect cervical cancer early on when it’s typically more treatable.
She builds a healthy LGBTQ+ community in her professional and personal life 
She builds a healthy LGBTQ+ community in her professional and personal life
As an OB-GYN, rowing club crew member and alto sax player, one physician advocates through her professional and personal life in the LGBTQ+ community.
Does a pap smear hurt? Does the HPV vaccine really work? 
Does a pap smear hurt? Does the HPV vaccine really work?
Your questions answered.
5 ways to keep Mom healthy  Featured
5 ways to keep Mom healthy
“While caring for others, we often forget to care for ourselves.”
How annual visits keep women well 
How annual visits keep women well
New guidelines no longer suggest an annual pap test for every woman, but experts still advise yearly check-ups. Get the details.
FDA advises against Pap test as primary cervical cancer detection 
FDA advises against Pap test as primary cervical cancer detection
A new HPV test that more accurately detects cervical cancer is being made the standard for detection.
Protecting women from HPV  Featured
Protecting women from HPV
The HPV vaccine is approved for women up to age 26. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself after that.