Self-administered HPV tests involve inserting a plastic tube — similar to a tampon — into the vagina, then twisting the handle to swab for cells that can be examined in a lab. Pap smears, on the other hand, use a metal or plastic device called a speculum to widen the vaginal canal so a clinician can swab the cervix for cells.

Many still fear future restrictions on access and are working with the Legislature to safeguard Vermont’s ability to buy and administer the vaccines to those who want and need them.

Kennedy Jr. announced new federal dietary guidelines on Wednesday, encouraging Americans to limit highly processed food and reduce refined carbohydrates.The guidelines also encourage Americans to eat whole foods like fruits and vegetables,

Federal nutrition policy gets its biggest overhaul yet, urging Americans to boost protein, eat more whole foods, and cut back on processed products.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — On Monday, the federal government issued new recommendations that require hospitals to get consent before conducting intimate exams on patients, especially those under anesthesia. The KSHB 41 I-Team has extensively reported on this ...

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared images of a new food pyramid that essentially flips the old one upside down.

The at-home tests are not yet available, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved two self-swab tests from the med-tech company Becton, Dickinson and Company and the pharmaceutical company Roche Holding AG for use within a clinical setting earlier in the week.