Alas, there are no homunculi crammed inside the smallest human cells. Yet recent research in fertility and urology suggests Hartsoeker’s image could work metaphorically: Sperm can be a proxy for the ...

Georgios Papanikolaou, Greek physician and pioneer of cytopathology, invented the Pap smear — the world’s most successful cervical cancer screening test — saving millions of women’s lives.

Celebrating the legacy of George Papanicolaou, the Greek pioneer in cancer detection, who invented the "Pap smear." ...

There is increased stress on screening for cancers. If there is one medical entity where early detection truly saves lives, it is in screening for cancers. Cervical cancer now stands as the second ...

Low-dose CT (computed tomography) screening for lung cancer for those with a significant history of smoking may be appropriate every year. Screening is recommended for most adults beginning at midlife ...

We rely on doctors to provide us with valuable information about our health. The last thing anyone wants is to hear something weird or inappropriate that ruins that trust instantly. Unfortunately, ...

Navotas City celebrated its 120th founding anniversary not just with fanfare but with a decisive investment in women’s health with the launch of a citywide Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) DNA screening ...

Gynecological problems are way more common than most people realise. Painful periods. Irregular cycles. PCOS. Fibroids. Endometriosis. Recurrent infections. For many women, these are not rare medical ...

Cervical cancer is becoming one of the leading health threats for women, but timely screening can dramatically reduce the risk. Medical experts stress that HPV infection causes most cases, making ...

"Your endo lesion could enter the Guinness Book of World Records!" That was how my diagnosis was delivered, with my colorectal surgeon cheerfully adding the results of my scan were "very impressive" ...

Under the federal Affordable Care Act, insurers must cover preventive care for free, including Pap smears and HPV testing.

Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole foods supports the immune system and helps the body fight infections. Regular exercise, adequate sleep and proper stress management also ...