DNA test for HPV identifies about six times more infections than Pap smears
A molecular genotyping test for high-risk HPV detected approximately six times more infections than conventional Pap smear results among women in BrasÃlia, according to a study presented at the Eurogin 2026 conference.
Caravan brings free Pap and HIV tests to neighborhoods in Quito
The Quito Municipality has launched a campaign providing free Pap smears and HIV tests to designated neighborhoods in the city.
I checked three symptoms online and thought it was just menopause
Michelle Griggs, 50, misattributed her symptoms of night sweats, aching joints, and unusual bleeding to menopause, only to discover she had cervical cancer despite having received a clear smear test shortly before.
Mum has smear test but people are baffled by 'odd' item she takes with her
A woman created a buzz on social media by sharing the unusual item she brings to her cervical screening, prompting discussions among users.