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17 Eye-Opening Gynecologist Tips You Should Know
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17 Eye-Opening Gynecologist Tips You Should Know

BuzzFeed assembles a list of 17 tips women say their gynecologists taught them, from asking for a smaller speculum and discussing pain management for exams or IUDs, to recognizing symptoms early and understanding the limits of screening (like HPV testing). It also covers vaginal health basics, the elasticity of the vagina after childbirth, and the importance of being heard and involved in medical decisions, all aimed at empowering patients to seek appropriate care.

New Guidelines Favor HPV Testing and Self-Tests for Cervical Cancer Screening
health1 year ago

New Guidelines Favor HPV Testing and Self-Tests for Cervical Cancer Screening

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has proposed new guidelines for cervical cancer screening, recommending that women aged 30 to 65 undergo high-risk HPV testing every five years instead of pap smears every three years. This change aims to make screening more convenient and less stressful, as HPV infections are the primary cause of cervical cancer. The guidelines, which are open for public comment, could influence healthcare practices and insurance coverage if finalized.

"Health Highlights: COVID Advice and Lupus Developments Lead This Week's Top Stories"
health2 years ago

"Health Highlights: COVID Advice and Lupus Developments Lead This Week's Top Stories"

Fox News Digital's health stories of the week cover a range of topics, including at-home HPV testing, bubonic plague in Oregon, a new treatment for lupus, FDA approval of a medication for severe frostbite, potential changes to COVID quarantine guidelines, Abraham Lincoln's depression struggles, and the gender differences in ADHD symptoms. Additionally, research suggests a potential link between Viagra use and a reduced risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.