“This [test] catches 96% of cases. There’s always going to be some false negative cases with any laboratory test, but 96% is equal to what one would achieve in a clinical setting.” –Dr. Ryan Cole
Independent Medical Alliance Senior Fellow, Pathology, Dr. Ryan Cole joined The National News Desk to discuss, Teal Wand, the first at-home cervical screening method, and what this can mean for early detection and women’s health.
Dr. Cole cites that nearly half of cervical cancer deaths could be attributed to lack of screening, and nearly a third of all women skip the exam completely. The diagnostic self-test was developed as an “in-home” option with the goal to increase the rate of screening; leading to improved health outcomes based on early detection and treatment.
