Cervical Cancer
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Pelvic exams can be uncomfortable for patients and ineffective for doctors. This proven technique could change that.
It can be hard for doctors to clearly see the cervix during a speculum exam. This easy fix can help, according to a recent study.
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Vaccinating both girls and boys against HPV is more effective, new study shows
Both girls and boys should be vaccinated against HPV in order to prevent cervical cancer and other forms of cancer, according to a new study.
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HPV vaccination rates have been climbing for a decade. In 2022, they stalled, the CDC reports.
Despite evidence that the HPV vaccine is safe, effective and can help prevent cancer, HPV vaccination rates in the U.S. remain “suboptimal,” say experts.
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Henrietta Lacks' family settles with biotech company that used her cells. Here's why her story is so important.
Who was Henrietta Lacks? And why is her story so important? Here’s what you need to know.
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A 'concerning' number of women 65 and older are dying from cervical cancer, according to a new study
More older women are being diagnosed with late-stage cervical cancer, which experts say is concerning. Here's what you need to know.
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Why are pelvic exams so uncomfortable? And why hasn't the speculum been updated in 170 years? Ob-gyns explain.
Pelvic exams are often uncomfortable — and the speculum plays a key role in that. Here's how to make these exams more comfortable, according to ob-gyns.
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Erin Andrews reflects on managing her career and mental health during 2016 cervical cancer journey: 'I was so obsessed with not missing a game'
The Fox Sports broadcaster got candid about managing her physical and mental wellbeing.
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