New cervical cancer screening guidelines
CBS America · 13 days ago
CBS America
13 days ago
The American Cancer Society has updated its guidelines for cervical cancer screenings. Dr. Jessica Shepherd, the chief medical officer at Hers and a board-certified OB/GYN, joins CBS News with more.
Breakdown
- Screening start age raised from 21 to 25 by the American Cancer Society 21s
- Self-testing allowed but only in healthcare settings, not at home 43s
- Guideline changes may not align with other medical organizations 1m 27s
- CDC panel to vote on hepatitis B vaccine recommendations for babies 2m 10s
- Hepatitis B birth dose is up to 90% effective in preventing infection 2m 53s