Health May 10 First at-home HPV test approved by FDA, could replace Pap smear The first at-home cervical cancer screening test has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration, according to the product's manufacturer. It may offer an alternative to traditional in-person Pap smears.
Health March 17 4 troubling cancer trends you must know about in 2025 The American Cancer Society’s annual cancer trends report revealed some findings that are worrying oncologists. Experts discuss what stood out to them.
Cervical Cancer October 22 New cervical cancer treatment approach could reduce risk of death by 40%, trial results show A phase three UK trial found that a new approach to administering chemotherapy to cervical cancer patients improved survival risk. Researcher Dr. Mary McCormack and gynecologic oncologist Dr. Brian Slomovitz react to the findings.
India February 15, 2024 Bollywood actress Poonam Pandey sued for faking cervical cancer death in HPV vaccine promotion stunt A Bollywood film actress and model faked her own death via a social media post to promote the HPV cervical cancer vaccine but is now being sued for the stunt.
Cervical Cancer February 15, 2024 Cervical cancer deaths could be reduced with home HPV testing, study finds The National Cancer Institute announced a new program to study HPV testing via self-collection to prevent cervical cancer. Cancer experts Drs. Brian Slomovitz and Nicole Saphier discuss this method.
HEALTH January 30, 2024 Ohio nurse and mom beats cervical cancer as expert shares warning signs you should never ignore Fox News Digital spoke to Bridgette Rillo, a nurse and mother in Ohio, about her personal story of overcoming HPV and cervical cancer. Doctors weighed in with prevention tips.
Cervical Cancer November 2, 2023 Cervical cancer drug raises survival rate by 30% compared to chemotherapy: 'Game-changer' The prescription medicine TIVDAK is showing positive results for treating cervical cancer after a phase 3 trial. Drs. Brian Slomovitz and Kathleen Moore reveal its efficacy and potential.
Health October 9, 2023 Cancer screenings: Here are 5 types and critical information to know about each Since screening methods vary for different types of cancer, Dr. Paunel Vukasinov, an internal medicine specialist at Medical Offices of Manhattan in New York City, breaks down each of these five.
Cancer Research August 23, 2022 New study shows increase in stage 4 cervical cancer in white, black women in the US A new study indicates that there are increasing cases of late-stage cervical cancer for middle-aged black and white women in the United States.
Cervical Cancer January 20, 2022 Cervical cancer: What are the signs and symptoms? Cervical cancer is the fourth-most common cancer in women.
Cervical Cancer November 6, 2021 Vaccinating UK girls against HPV slashed cervical cancer rates, study finds Vaccinating girls against HPV has dramatically reduced cervical cancer rates, British researchers have found.
HEALTH September 21, 2021 Most women aren't getting regular tests for cancer, other dangerous diseases, survey shows A new multiyear, global survey of women's health shows that most women aren't getting regular tests or screenings for cancer and other dangerous diseases that kill millions of people every year.
Breast Cancer June 30, 2021 Early pandemic spurred ‘sharp declines’ in breast and cervical cancer screenings: CDC Screenings for breast and cervical cancer among low income women plummeted early in the pandemic, with test volume picking up into the summer, according to a study linking the declines to pandemic-related closures and patients' fear of COVID-19 infection.
Cervical Cancer November 17, 2020 WHO launches strategy to expedite end of cervical cancer The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday announced a global strategy to accelerate the elimination of cervical cancer.
Women's Health October 1, 2020 HPV vaccine 'substantially' reduces cervical cancer risk: study The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine substantially lowered the risk of cervical cancer, especially when administered early, said a new study.
Cervical Cancer August 7, 2020 American Cancer Society's new cervical cancer screening guidelines spark disagreement among physicians Some doctors are speaking out against the American Cancer Society's recently updated cervical cancer screening guidelines.
CANCER July 31, 2020 Start cervical cancer screening at age 25, not 21, American Cancer Society says in update In an update to cervical cancer screening guidelines, The American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends starting screenings at age 25, with primary human papillomavirus (HPV) testing as the preferred method of testing every 5 years through age 65.
Media July 14, 2020 UK outlet mocked for describing statement 'only females get cervical cancer' as 'transphobic lie' The U.K.-based LGBT-oriented outlet PinkNews received a wave of mockery Tuesday after claiming that feminists were "transphobic" for claiming that only females are able to get cervical cancer.
Cervical Cancer February 25, 2020 Mom, 31, diagnosed with cervical cancer after putting off Pap smear for 10 years A young Scottish mother who was diagnosed with cervical cancer after delaying her annual Pap smear for a decade is now urging other women to get the routine test in a bid to save others from a similar diagnosis.
Cervical Cancer January 22, 2020 Cervical cancer survivor, 41, gives birth to 'miracle twins’: 'I feel incredibly lucky’ A British woman who survived cervical cancer but was told she may never be able to have children has since welcomed a set of “miracle” twins.
INFECTIOUS DISEASE April 5, 2019 UK's HPV vaccination program ‘dramatically’ reduces risk of cervical cancer, study shows Researchers at the University of Edinburgh concluded a nationwide HPV school vaccination program offered to young girls led to a “dramatic reduction” in the risk of developing cervical cancer later in life.
Cervical Cancer February 4, 2019 WHO and vaccine group back 'critical' cervical cancer shots A vaccine given to girls to protect them against a virus that causes cervical cancer is a “critical” health tool and access to it should be scaled up as swiftly as possible, especially in poorer countries, cancer experts said on Monday.
Cervical Cancer January 24, 2019 Woman shares cervical cancer story to warn others told they're too young for free pap smear When Heather Ryan noticed irregularities with her body — such as bleeding in between her menstrual cycles and after sex — she decided to take a trip to her general practitioner.
Cervical Cancer August 21, 2018 New cervical cancer screening guidelines: What you need to know Some women have a new option for cervical cancer screening — and it doesn't necessarily involve a Pap test — according to updated guidelines from a government-appointed panel of experts.
Cervical Cancer May 5, 2018 Cervical procedure to prevent cancer is causing complications Many women are experiencing severe and long-lasting side effects after getting a LEEP. So why isn’t the medical community listening?
Cervical Cancer November 15, 2017 Women who use IUDs may have lower risk of cervical cancer Women who use an intrauterine device for birth control may have a lower risk of developing cervical cancer, according to a new review and meta-analysis.
VIDEO November 15, 2017 Study: IUDs may help to reduce women's cancer risk New study finds there was about a 30 percent reduction in the risk of cervical cancer for women who use IUDs vs. women who don't use IUDs.
Cervical Cancer March 23, 2017 Mom who beat cancer while pregnant dies day after giving birth to twins A California mother who beat cancer while pregnant with twins died tragically Friday, just a day after giving birth.
VIDEO January 26, 2017 Erin Andrews’ cancer fight, cancer-prone areas, flu outbreak This week's latest health news
Cervical Cancer January 25, 2017 Erin Andrews' surprise cancer reveal: 5 cervical cancer facts portscaster Erin Andrews has revealed she was diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2016, and went back to work just days after undergoing surgery to treat the condition.
