Prevention and Screening

Photo of two women snuggling together on a couch with a dog.
Dear Mayo Clinic: Cervical cancer and HPV screening

Dr. Tri Dinh explains why both the HPV test and the Pap test are important screening tools for cervical cancer.

A photo of a mother hugging her teen daughter from behind.
Dear Mayo Clinic: When your teenager needs to see a gynecologist

Dr. Aakriti Carrubba explains how to help teens maintain gynecological health, including the HPV vaccine and cervical cancer screening.

Photo of a Black woman embracing her son in front of a lake.
Why Black women need to be screened for cervical cancer

Dr. Olivia Cardenas-Trowers explains the importance of screening and other measures to prevent cervical cancer.

Photo of a young Black woman smiling at the camera with a building and tall grass behind her.
4 ways to reduce cervical cancer risk

Advice from Mayo Clinic experts on how anyone with a cervix can reduce their risk of developing cervical cancer.

Photo of a man fishing on the beach.
Signs there is a problem with your prostate

Dr. Matthew Tollefson explains the problems a growing prostate can cause, and why it's important to talk to your health care professional if you experience symptoms.

Photo of a doctor examining a woman in in an exam room in front of a window looking out on trees and a tall building.
Solid organ transplant recipients at higher risk of skin cancer, require coordinated care

More than half of all people who receive solid organ transplants will have an incidence of skin cancer.

Photo of an older woman wearing glasses and standing in front of red rock.
Era of hope for patients with lung cancer

Thoracic oncologist and lung cancer specialist Dr. Rami Manochakian discusses advances in lung cancer management and early diagnosis.

Photo of a young man stretching before a winter run.
What men under 40 should know about testicular cancer

Urologist and oncologist Dr. Timothy Lyon explains what men should know about testicular cancer.

Photo of a man in profile.
Prostate cancer: screening and treatment

Radiation oncologist Dr. Carlos Vargas discusses prostate cancer screening and treatment.

Photo of a woman kayaking with friends.
Dear Mayo Clinic: How early should I be screened for lung cancer?

Thoracic surgeon Dr. Stephen Cassivi explains how lung cancer screening programs can save lives.