Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines Expand to Include Self-Swab HPV Test

**New Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines** At our clinic, we're committed to staying up-to-date with the latest medical research and guidelines to provide you with the best possible care.

**New Cervical Cancer Screening Guidelines**

At our clinic, we're committed to staying up-to-date with the latest medical research and guidelines to provide you with the best possible care. Recently, new cervical cancer screening guidelines have been announced, which include self-collection methods for HPV testing.

**What's Changing?**

* Females ages 30 to 65 with an average risk now have the option to self-collect samples for testing.
* The current guidelines recommend screenings every 3 to 5 years for these age groups.
* Over 90% of cervical cancer cases are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV), and almost all cases can be prevented by HPV vaccination.

**Why is Self-Collection Important?**

Historically, cervical cancer screening relied on clinician-collected samples obtained during a pelvic exam. However, this approach can be a barrier for those who face discomfort, limited access to care, or other obstacles to in-person screening. Self-collection methods have been shown to have sensitivity and specificity comparable to clinician-collected samples when PCR-based assays are used.

**What Does This Mean for You?**

If you're an average-risk individual ages 25 to 65, you may now self-collect vaginal specimens for HPV testing using FDA-approved kits in a clinical setting. Our healthcare providers will be happy to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.

**Learn More About Cervical Cancer Screening**

At our clinic, we're dedicated to providing you with comprehensive care and education on cervical cancer screening. If you have any concerns or would like more information, please don't hesitate to contact us.