A 2018 comprehensive analysis of eight clinical trials and four cohort studies on cervical cancer screening by researchers from University of California, Davis and Kaiser Permanente Northwest has found that while Pap smears are still highly effective for detecting pre-cancerous cells and cancer, testing for the virus that causes these cancers also is an excellent… Continue reading New National Cervical Cancer Screening Recommendation
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11 Things You Need to Know About the HPV/Oral Cancer Connection
Maybe you think that because you’ve been vaccinated against the human papillomavirus (HPV) you’re in the clear when it comes to cervical cancer. Maybe you think that since you don’t drink or smoke that you can’t get oral cancer. Here are some surprising and sobering facts. So much of what we hear about HPV has to… Continue reading 11 Things You Need to Know About the HPV/Oral Cancer Connection
Blueberry Extract Shows Promise in Treating Cervical Cancer
When treating cervical cancer, the effectiveness of radiation can be increased with the use of blueberry extract, new research shows. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 12,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. One of the most common treatments for cervical cancer is radiation. While… Continue reading Blueberry Extract Shows Promise in Treating Cervical Cancer
Human Papilloma Virus (HPV): What You Need to Know Today
Because barrier protection such as condoms doesn’t always work, the only way unequivocally to prevent getting an STI is to abstain from sexual relationships. In other words, pretty much everyone of any age needs information on STIs. Even a person who is in a committed relationship could get an STI from a partner who cheats.… Continue reading Human Papilloma Virus (HPV): What You Need to Know Today
Don’t Skip These Important Health Tests
With the healthcare system is crisis, tons of red tape, and fewer doctors accepting insurance, managing one’s health has become a major challenge. More and more women are skipping key exams simply because getting appointments are a hassle and obtaining coverage isn’t always guaranteed. That said, there are some key tests and exams that everY… Continue reading Don’t Skip These Important Health Tests