Tag: cervical cancer screening
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Federal Guidelines Expand Cervical Cancer Screening with Self-Swab HPV Test
New federal guidance broadens cervical cancer screening options Federal health officials have announced updated recommendations that expand how people can screen for cervical cancer. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the broader Health and Human Services system, released guidelines allowing self-collected HPV tests as a valid option for cervical cancer screening in…
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New Federal Guidelines Embrace Self-Swab HPV Testing for Cervical Cancer Screening
Introduction: A Shift in Cervical Cancer Screening Federal health officials are expanding the toolbox for cervical cancer screening beyond the traditional Pap smear. The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, released new recommendations that include the option of patient self-collected HPV testing. This move aims…
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Federal Guidelines Embrace Self-Swab HPV Testing to Expand Cervical Cancer Screening
New federal guidelines expand cervical cancer screening options The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, has announced updated cervical cancer screening guidelines. In a move designed to increase access and comfort for patients, federal recommendations now include self-collected HPV testing as a validated option alongside…
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Eliminating Cervical Cancer in Africa: Dr Issimouha Dillé explains why Africa can win the fight
Eliminating Cervical Cancer in Africa: A Bold Public Health Vision Cervical cancer remains a major public health challenge across Africa, yet it is one of the most preventable cancers. On Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action, observed on November 17, Dr Issimouha Dillé, an adviser on cancer policy and implementation, outlines a practical and hopeful…
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Factors associated with cervical cancer screening among women attending maternal child health clinics in Kenya
Introduction Cervical cancer remains a leading health concern for women in sub-Saharan Africa. In Kenya, screening through maternal and child health (MCH) clinics presents a vital touchpoint for early detection and prevention of cervical cancer. Understanding the factors that influence whether women participate in cervical cancer screening at MCH clinics can help policymakers, healthcare workers,…
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James Dyson Award 2025: Meet two young women solving the pain points of diabetes and cervical cancer
James Dyson Award 2025 spotlights bold design-led solutions in health care The James Dyson Award has long celebrated engineering minds that turn complex problems into practical tools. In 2025, the spotlight falls on two remarkable early-career designers, Zoey Chan and Gunika Jain, who are tackling two of the world’s most persistent health challenges: diabetes and…