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Episode: Expanding Access to Cervical Cancer Screenings through HPV Self-Collection with Kathy L. MacLaughlin, MD
Description: In this episode, Kathy L. MacLaughlin shares clinical insights and practical wisdom as she examines the public health implications of the only FDA-approved self-screening option for cervical cancer screening. After describing the self-screening process, Dr MacLaughlin shows how this option has the potential to expand access, increase the likelihood of early detection, and better meet the needs of patients who face barriers to traditional screening methods. She also addresses concerns about potential false negatives or invalid samples, while highlighting the positive impact self-screening can have on the future of preventative care.Hosted by Omari A. Hodge, MD...