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New test allows people to screen for cervical cancer at home

Cervical cancer is highly preventable, but the disease kills thousands every year. In part, that’s because women don’t get screened for it regularly.

A new test allows people to test themselves at home and mail in the results. Experts are hoping it will be a game-changer in the fight against the disease.

NPR’s Katia Riddle reports.

This article was originally published on WBUR.org.

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