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Studies of a rare cancer may prompt STD testing
Date: 2009-10-08 00:00:00

The human papillomavirus, the STD known better as HPV, may have a role in causing a type of head and neck cancer, according to new research.... Full Story

New vaccine gives cause for HPV testing
Date: 2009-10-19 00:00:00

The Food and Drug Administration recently approved a second vaccine to combat the effects of the human papillomavirus (HPV) in women.... Full Story

STD testing approved for HPV detection
Date: 2009-10-21 00:00:00

A China-based company that develops and manufactures medical diagnostic devices announced this week that it received government approval for an analytical system that performs STD testing.... Full Story

Vaccine may affect trends in sexual attitudes, STD testing
Date: 2009-10-29 00:00:00

When the FDA approved of a vaccine which defends against the human papillomavirus (HPV) - an STD that has been liked with cervical cancer - some factions believed the preventative measure might encourage girls to become more sexually active. A new survey of UK teenagers who have received or been offered the vaccine may mollify this concern.... Full Story