A review of the literature shows that evidence is lacking to justify Pap tests in women who have had a hysterectomy for benign disease and are not at high risk of cervical cancer.
Expanding the Set of Cervical Cancer Prevention Tools Available for Underserved Populations
Despite advances in screening and treatment of cervical cancer, alternative low-cost methods are still needed to help underserved populations.
The Role of Prevention: Racial Disparities in Cervical Cancer
African American women are disproportionately affected by cervical cancer, with higher rates of incidence and mortality than white women. Prevention plays a key role.
The Role of Reproductive Health: Racial Disparities in Cervical Cancer
African American women are disproportionately affected by cervical cancer, with higher rates of incidence and mortality than white women. Reproductive health plays a key role.
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Cervical Cancer in African American Women: Optimizing Prevention to Reduce Disparities
African American women are disproportionately affected by cervical cancer, with higher rates of incidence and mortality than white women. A clinician investigator shares her thoughts on how to end the disparity.
Disparities in Cervical Cancer Follow-Up and Screening in African American Women
African American women are disproportionately affected by cervical cancer, with higher rates of incidence and mortality than white women. Most of the difference would disappear with equal treatment. As usual, primary care providers are on the front lines.
Striving to Eradicate Cervical Cancer in Underserved Countries
Nearly 90 percent of new cervical cancer cases are diagnosed in poor countries. Projects within the Cervical Cancer Prevention in El Salvador (CAPE) program target effective tools to increase patient access and acceptance of new screening and treatment methods.