Home cervical cancer screening device approved by FDA, offering new convenience option for patients

The US Food and Drug Administration has approved the first cervical cancer screening device that can be used at home, according to its manufacturer, allowing patients in the US to screen for cervical cancer without visiting a doctor's office. The device is designed to make the screening process more comfortable and accessible. It eliminates the need for uncomfortable procedures such as speculum insertion or foot stirrups. The approval marks a significant shift in cervical cancer screening, offering new options for patients.