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Pap smear: Still needed after hysterectomy?
If you've had surgery to remove your uterus, you might not need routine Pap smears. Find out what doctors recommend for cervical cancer screening.
Pap smear: Do I need one if I'm a virgin?
Doctors recommend regular cervical cancer screening whether you've had sex or not.
Pap smear
Pap smear is often recommended for cervical cancer screening. Learn how it's done and what abnormal Pap test results might mean.
PSA test
Learn about this prostate cancer screening test, including why it's done, what to expect, risks and results.
Neck lift
Find out how this cosmetic procedure removes excess skin and fat around the jaw line to create a more youthful appearance.
Molecular breast imaging
Learn about this breast cancer screening test that's sometimes used in addition to mammograms, especially for those with dense breast tissue.
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI)
Learn more about this stage between the typical cognitive decline of aging and the more serious decline of dementia.
Medical history: Compiling your medical family tree
Use a special family tree to track your family's health information.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Why concussion screening is important
Concussion screening can help determine when athletes can return to play.
Mayo Clinic Minute: What you need to know about polyps in your colon
Got polyps? Find out why detecting, and removing, colon polyps is so important.
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