What is HPV? HPV (human papillomavirus) is a sexually transmitted virus. It is passed on through genital contact (such as vaginal and anal sex). It is also passed on by skin-to-skin contact. At least 50% of people who have had sex will have HPV at some time in their lives. … [Read more...] about FDA Press Release — HPV (human papillomavirus)
FDA Licenses New Vaccine for Prevention of Cervical Cancer and Other Diseases in Females Caused by Human Papillomavirus
Rapid Approval Marks Major Advancement in Public Health FDA Press Release June 8, 2006 Media Inquiries: Julie Zawisza, 301-827-6242 Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) today announced the approval of Gardasil, the first vaccine … [Read more...] about FDA Licenses New Vaccine for Prevention of Cervical Cancer and Other Diseases in Females Caused by Human Papillomavirus
FDA Approves HPV-Vaccine Gardasil
FDA News FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE P06-77 June 8, 2006 Media Inquiries: Julie Zawisza, 301-827-6242 Consumer Inquiries: 888-INFO-FDA FDA Licenses New Vaccine for Prevention of Cervical Cancer and Other Diseases in Females Caused by Human … [Read more...] about FDA Approves HPV-Vaccine Gardasil
Mammograms
Yes, mammograms can be uncomfortable, even painful for large-breasted women, but they are still the most commonly used procedure to detect breast cancer… What is the best method of detecting breast cancer? What is a mammogram? Are there different types of mammograms? How is a … [Read more...] about Mammograms
What Every Woman Should Know About The Pap Test
What is a Pap test? The Pap test, also called a Pap smear, checks for changes in the cells of your cervix. The cervix is the lower part of the uterus (womb) that opens into the vagina (birth canal). The Pap test can tell if you have an infection, abnormal (unhealthy) cervical … [Read more...] about What Every Woman Should Know About The Pap Test