A Pap smear is a vital screening tool for early detection of cervical cancer, recommended for women starting at age 21.
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, and Dr. Christy Haygood at St. Dominic’s is continuing her push to educate you ...
Public Health, MyAlly Health and Spectra Health are hosting a "pap-a-thon" to encourage people to get cervical cancer screenings and HPV tests during January. January is Cervical Cancer Awareness ...
Cervical cancer begins in the cells of the cervix and is primarily caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), a common ...
C ervical cancer is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ...
Rates of cervical cancer have decreased dramatically in the past decades. A local women’s healthcare professional spoke about ...
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, so it’s a great time to remind ourselves that routine screenings are a critical ...
Cervical cancer during pregnancy is uncommon but can happen. In most cases, when it is detected during pregnancy, it is ...
Cervical cancer affects the cervix, the lower part of the uterus, and it is mainly caused by long-term HPV infection. Regular ...
Prevent cervical cancer with screening, vaccination, and lifestyle changes; early detection is key to saving lives.
While medical experts continue to search for a cure, prevention and early detection to facilitate timely treatment can help ...
Those who are due for a cervical cancer screening (Pap and/or HPV test) or HPV vaccine are encouraged to schedule an ...