
U.S. Preventative Services Task Force Issues Draft RecommendationStatement on Screening for Cervical Cancer
Cervical cancer deaths in the U.S. have dropped significantly thanks to widespread screening, but there’s still work to be done. Most cases occur in women who haven’t been adequately screened, diagnosed, or treated, and disparities persist across racial, ethnic, and geographic lines. Black, Hispanic, Native American, and Asian women—along with those in rural or underserved areas—face higher incidence and mortality rates, often due to barriers in access to screening and follow-up care. Insurance status, language barriers, and provider communication gaps