Earlier this year the Food and Drug Administration approved a new human papillomavirus test that allows for self-collection of samples in a health care setting, thereby removing what many say is an ...

Maybe you had a bad experience with your last Pap smear and you’re wary of going back to the ob-gyn. Or maybe you’ve never had one before and are scared to make the appointment. It’s understandable to ...

On Friday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a first-of-its-kind at-home cervical cancer screening tool in an effort to provide a more accessible alternative to Pap smear tests. The goal ...

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 ...

If you are expecting, then one thing you should be prepared for is regular health checkups. Among the many tests during pregnancy, a test your doctor might suggest during your first prenatal visit is ...

In South Africa, the importance of getting a Pap smear cannot be overstated. This simple test could be the difference between life and death for many women, as it helps to detect cervical cancer— one ...

Do you have a medical question you'd like to get a doctor's answer honest answer to? Dr. Mara Gordon, a family physician in Camden, N.J., answers reader health questions monthly. Write us at ...

Cervical cancer is becoming one of the leading health threats for women, but timely screening can dramatically reduce the risk. Medical experts stress that HPV infection causes most cases, making ...