Articles for Tag: "Pap smear"

New screening option lets some women skip a pelvic exam 
New screening option lets some women skip a pelvic exam
Pap smears are no longer the preferred screening option for women 30 to 65 years old.
5 reasons to see a gynecologist 
5 reasons to see a gynecologist
These appointments go beyond STI screenings.
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.
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.