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Few viruses are as widespread – and sometimes misunderstood – as the human papillomavirus, or HPV. It’s so common that most of us – up to 80% – will encounter it at some point in our lives, often without even realising it. Understanding HPV matters, given that it is linked…

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Cases of cervical cancer among older people rising globally as research finds over-65s more likely to have HPV infections than younger women

Gemma Barley’s regular three-year check-up found abnormal cells in her cervix, despite her previous screening being completely clear

Jasmin McKee was diagnosed with cervical cancer at 25 after delaying a routine smear test

It is hoped the new DIY tests will encourage greater participation in screening and detect cervical cancer earlier

Nearly one in three women and other people with a cervix in the UK don’t attend their cervical screening when invited. Yet this quick, routine test helps prevent up to 70% of cervical cancer deaths by detecting problems early — and if everyone took part, that figure could rise to…

It is hoped the new DIY tests will encourage greater participation in screening and detect cervical cancer earlier

Almost five million women are not up to date with their cervical screening.