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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Emilie Lavinia

A new tampon that tests for HPV and STIs could transform women’s health

When we talk about advancements in the field of women’s health and then look at the speculum – a device that hasn’t had an update since the 1800s – it’s easy to feel as though we’re taking two steps back for every step forwards.

In the last few years we’ve seen the roll-out of the HPV vaccine, new resources like red light devices and specialist mirrors to help with self checks, and a rising interest in health and longevity across the board for women of all ages.

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