An easy at-home test to replace Pap smears is here—and will soon be fully covered by most insurance

While the Pap was invented in the 1940s and involves inspecting cervical cells for precancerous or cancerous shifts, in the early 2000s, doctors realized they could also scan those samples for strains ...
MedPage Today

Can HPV Self-Tests Truly Replace Pap Smears?

Back in May of this year, the FDA approved a new method of human papillomavirus (HPV) testing in a healthcare setting. Rather than a standard Pap smear performed with a speculum -- a test dreaded by ...
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Are pap smears becoming a thing of the past? Experts say maybe

In the end, the ball is in your court. You can still get Pap smears (which usually include an HPV test, too) or you can ask ...
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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: Pap Smear Vs HPV Test – What’s The Difference?

What Is A Pap Smear Test? Before differentiating between the two tests, let us tell you a little about each one, starting with a Pap smear test (also called a Pap test). “Pap smear test is a screening ...
Time

What to Expect at a Pap Smear

Maybe you had a bad experience with your last Pap smear and you’re wary of going back to the ob-gyn. Or maybe you’ve never had one before and are scared to make the appointment. It’s understandable to ...