Cervical Cancer
HPV: Facts to Know
Author: HealthyWomen
Published by: National Women's Health Resource Center, Inc., May 2010
HPV test or Pap test? Confused about which one you should have? And, when?
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New Pap Guidelines May Miss Aggressive Cancer in Young Women: Study
One cancer can cause problems in less than two years, but recommended screening is now every three years
By Serena Gordon
HealthDay Reporter
THURSDAY, March 7 (HealthDay News) -- Recent changes to cervical cancer screening guidelines that recommend less stringent testing may result in a higher incidence of a particularly aggressive type of cervical cancer in young women, a new study suggests.
U.S. Cancer Death Rates Continue to Fall: Report
By Steven Reinberg
HealthDay Reporter
But, for some hard-to-treat cancers, deaths are increasing
MONDAY, Jan. 7 (HealthDay News) -- Deaths from cancer continue to drop for American men and women from most racial and ethnic groups, according to a new report, with significant declines seen for lung, colorectal, breast, prostate and other forms of cancer.
Stem Cell Technology May Help Rejuvenate Immune Cells
Manipulation of aging T-cells might help them defend against diseases such as HIV and cancer, researchers say
THURSDAY, Jan. 3 (HealthDay News) -- Stem cell technology may one day give new life to tired immune cells so they can battle diseases such as HIV and cancer more effectively, two new studies suggest.
Clearing Up the Confusion on When to Get a Pap Test
An annual screen is no longer recommended in updated guidelines.
By Serena Gordon
HealthDay Reporter
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 2 (HealthDay News) -- Figuring out when to be screened for this cancer or that can leave women's heads spinning.
Children of Older Parents With Cancer May Be at Risk, Too
Swedish researchers say genetics must play a part in increased odds
THURSDAY, Dec. 20 (HealthDay News) -- Children of parents diagnosed with cancer when they're old are at increased risk for certain types of cancer, a new study suggests.
How Chemotherapy Can Affect Your Weight
There are many ways that cancer can affect your life, and being prepared for them may help make the journey a little easier. For instance, you're probably aware that chemotherapy can cause your hair to fall out and may have readied yourself for that by doing some wig or hat shopping.
Parenting After a Cancer Diagnosis
Perhaps the people who are hit the hardest after a cancer diagnosis are the children of the affected individual. This is especially true when dealing with kids who are still dependent on their sick parent and may not be able to cope as well as adults.
