TV presenter Steph McGovern has undergone a cervical smear test on live television, in a bid to reduce fear of the procedure. McGovern told viewers: "There are a lot women who struggle with going to ...

A Pap Smear Test typically detects cell changes in your cervix that could lead to cervical cancer. This is an important screening for early detection.

A Pap smear is a procedure that screens for cervical cancer by testing cells for any abnormalities. If your Pap results are abnormal that does not mean you have cancer, and more likely indicates HPV.

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 ...

The FDA has approved a new at-home test for cervical cancer screening that could make early detection more accessible for ...

Aimi Hopkins, 54, is battling invasive cancer after being diagnosed with a tumor the size of a lime, which went undetected despite her undergoing a cervical screening.

A smear test itself is a standard procedure. All women aged 25-49 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland are invited for a cervical screening every three years (while in Scotland it's every five years ...

Dr. Marie Savard explains the differences between a Pap smear and a DNA test. April 7, 2009— -- A DNA test that detects the human papillomavirus, which causes cervical cancer, is more effective ...

A doctor and public health expert explains why the new federal guidelines expanding cervical cancer screening to at-home testing could be a game-changer.

Far too many women are avoiding smear tests because they're embarrassed about what the procedure entails. And for that reason, the NHS is trialling at-home cervical screenings in areas where there are ...

The 36-year-old shared her experience of undergoing treatment for severe pre-cancerous cells after years of putting off ...