An easy at-home test to replace Pap smears is here—and will soon be fully covered by most insurance

While the Pap was invented in the 1940s and involves inspecting cervical cells for precancerous or cancerous shifts, in the ...
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Are pap smears becoming a thing of the past? Experts say maybe

In the end, the ball is in your court. You can still get Pap smears (which usually include an HPV test, too) or you can ask ...
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What a sleep apnea test reveals about your health

There are three main types of sleep apnea: obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), central sleep apnea (CSA) and complex sleep apnea syndrome (CSAS). OSA, the most common form, occurs when the muscles in the ...
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Resmed debuts wearable, at-home sleep apnea test

Home CPAP device maker Resmed is launching a small, disposable wearable to help diagnose cases of obstructive sleep apnea. The NightOwl testing device, about the size of a quarter, is worn on the user ...
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Sunrise's sleep apnea detection tool receives FDA 510(k) clearance

Belgian sleep-focused digital health startup Sunrise received FDA 510(k) clearance for its home sleep apnea test that's placed on a user's chin at night. The test utilizes a sensor that analyzes ...
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Cervical Cancer Awareness Month 2026: Normal Pap Test Results Don’t Always Mean You’re Risk-Free, Expert Explains

Screening of cervical cancer is an important part of a routine health check-up for women because it helps to identify any ...