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The Pap Smear: Why Is America Holding On To This Outdated Practice?

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Published: March 23, 2025 by RHJ Producer

The speculum has been used for centuries, but unlike other ancient medical tools, it hasn’t had any major updates to its design. However, this instrument may soon be unnecessary for many women with the new approval of self-administered HPV tests. Our expert explains why this is a major step forward for women’s healthcare and the importance of female patients advocating for more effective and comfortable procedures from their providers.


Guest Information:

  • Dr. Diane Harper, Professor in the Departments of Family Medicine and Obstetrics and Gynecology, Internationally Recognized Research Expert in HPV-Associated Diseases and Prevention

Links for more info:

  • University of Michigan: Dr. Diane Harper
  • Science Direct: Cervical cancer screening: Impact of collection technique on human papillomavirus detection and genotyping
  • Jama Network: Cervical Cancer Screening in Women With Physical Disabilities
Program #: 25-12Segment Type: Feature StoriesTopics: Biology| Cancer Screening| Disabilities| Disease| Family Medicine| Obstetrics and Gynecology| Prevention| Public Health| ScienceMedical Conditions: Human Papillomavirus (HPV)Guests: Dr. Diane HarperHost: Greg JohnsonProducers: Jason Dickey| Kristen Farrah
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