The vaccine recommended for boys and girls to prevent HPV, an infection that can cause cervical and other cancers, has been shown not to cause diabetes, lupus or similar diseases in young women.
Does obesity play a role in whether or not people undergo various types of cancer screening? The simple answer is "yes." The more nuanced answer says it depends on the individual's gender, race and type of cancer screening.
Parents and policymakers confounded by the best practices for reducing HPV transmission could look to mathematical models to determine a good vaccination strategy for the sexually transmitted infection.
Women have received a great deal of conflicting information regarding screening for cervical cancer recently. A clinical trial aims to resolve the confusion.
Many chemotherapy drugs can have side effects as devastating as the diseases they treat, spurring the search for less toxic options. Catechin hydrate (CH), found in green tea and red wine, could one day be used as a safer choice.
Intrauterine devices (IUD) have been controversial. In fact, there has been a belief that the birth control device was a risk factor for cervical cancer. New research shows just the opposite association.
While they are readily available in this country, women in other parts of the world don't have access to cervical cancer screenings - pap smears. A new, simpler test is being studied to overcome these barriers.
Human papilloma virus (HPV) is no longer just a concern for girls and women. Boys and men are vulnerable to this virus that's known to cause a number of different cancers.
