Cervical Cancer

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Minimally invasive hysterectomy

Dr. Megan Wasson, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic surgeon, discusses minimally invasive surgery to remove the uterus.

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Improving cervical cancer screening with HPV self-collection tests

Dr. Kathy MacLaughlin discusses the importance of HPV screening for cervical cancer prevention and new self-collection tests that may help more people get screened.

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5 facts to help you prevent HPV-related cancer

Drs. Robert Jacobson and Kristina Butler discuss HPV, the HPV vaccine, and how to prevent HPV-related cancers.

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Tips to prepare for a sensitive medical appointment

Dr. Kristina Butler, a gynecologic oncologist, offers tips for discussing gynecological health issues with a healthcare professional.

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Your toolkit for reducing cervical cancer risk

Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, discusses the tools available to reduce your cervical cancer risk.

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Gynecologic cancers: 4 affirmations to help you advocate for yourself

Dr. Kristina Butler explains how to advocate for yourself and why doing so is a critical part of gynecologic cancer care.

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Dear Mayo Clinic: What to know about cervical cancer

Dr. Kristina Butler explains how cervical cancer is diagnosed and treated, how to prevent it, and how to support a loved one with the disease.

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Health disparities in gynecologic cancers

Dr. Kristina Butler discusses health disparities in cancers of the ovaries, uterus, cervix, vulva and vagina and makes recommendations for prevention.

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Protecting yourself against HPV

Dr. Erica Berven discusses HPV infection, its connection to cancer and tips for preventing both with the HPV vaccine.

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Cervical cancer screening

Dr. Kristina Butler, a Mayo Clinic gynecologic oncologist, explains why cervical cancer preventive screenings are crucial.