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Savannah Miller, a Netflix reality star, shared her traumatizing experience of leaving a tampon inside her for a month, which nearly caused a life-threatening infection, highlighting the importance of proper menstrual hygiene and timely tampon changes.
A new HPV-testing tampon by Daye allows women to screen for the virus at home, aiming to increase testing rates and help eliminate cervical cancer by 2040. The tampon collects cell samples that can be sent to a lab, with results available in 5-10 days.
British startup Daye has developed a tampon that can be used as an at-home test for sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The tampon uses a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test to screen for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomonas, mycoplasma, and ureaplasma. The aim is to make STI testing more accessible and convenient, particularly for women who may feel anxious or embarrassed about getting tested. The tampon is sent to a lab for testing, and results are returned within five working days. While some experts caution against testing for organisms of doubtful clinical significance, Daye's tampon has shown promising results in clinical trials, with a lower test failure rate compared to traditional swabs. The startup also emphasizes the importance of education about restoring a healthy vaginal microbiome to reduce the need for overtreatment.