FDA Approves Teal Wand™: The First At-Home Self-Collection Device for Cervical Cancer Screening in the U.S.
What You Should Know:
– Teal Health®, a women’s health company dedicated to eliminating cervical cancer, today announced a landmark achievement: the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Teal Wand
– The FDA approval paves the way for women to have a new, convenient, and effective option for what is commonly known as the Pap smear, directly from the privacy of their homes.
– The Teal Wand
Addressing a Critical Gap in Women’s Preventative Health
Cervical cancer is unique in that it is almost entirely preventable with regular screening. Yet, a concerning statistic reveals that more than one in four women in the U.S. are not up-to-date with their recommended screenings. Barriers such as difficulty obtaining time off work, challenges in securing timely appointments, or the discomfort associated with in-clinic pelvic exams often contribute to this gap. The Teal Wand
“The Teal Wand is a preferred alternative, one that has been built with empathy, is driven by science, and designed to make screening easy, so that more women can take control of their health on their own terms,” the company stated.
How At-Home HPV Screening with the Teal Wand
Instead of the traditional Pap smear, which has a sensitivity (a measure of accuracy) of around 55%, women using the Teal Wand
Rigorous Science: Validation Through the SELF-CERV Study
Teal Health’s FDA approval was strongly supported by its SELF-CERV study, the largest U.S.-based comparative study of its kind. This pivotal research confirmed that samples self-collected using the Teal Wand
Crucially, the SELF-CERV study was designed to reflect the racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity of the U.S. population, underscoring Teal Health’s commitment to clinical excellence, equity, and inclusivity in women’s health research. The study also highlighted strong patient preference for the at-home option: 86% of participants stated they would be more likely to stay up to date with cervical cancer screening if they could do it at home, and 94% said they would prefer to self-collect at home with the Teal Wand
“As a mom and a woman, I get how easy it is to put your own health last,” said Kara Egan, CEO and Co-Founder of Teal Health. “That’s why this FDA approval means so much; it’s not just about an innovative new product, it’s about finally giving women an option that actually makes sense for their lives – something that can be done quickly and comfortably at home. Because when we make care easier to get, we help women stay healthy, for themselves and for the people who rely on them every day.”
Availability and Access: Bringing the Teal Wand
With FDA approval secured, Teal Health is moving swiftly to make the Teal Wand
Women interested in being among the first to know when Teal Health expands to their state can join the waitlist at getteal.com for early access to updates and availability.
What You Should Know:
– Teal Health®, a women’s health company dedicated to eliminating cervical cancer, today announced a landmark achievement: the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Teal Wand
– The FDA approval paves the way for women to have a new, convenient, and effective option for what is commonly known as the Pap smear, directly from the privacy of their homes.
– The Teal Wand
Addressing a Critical Gap in Women’s Preventative Health
Cervical cancer is unique in that it is almost entirely preventable with regular screening. Yet, a concerning statistic reveals that more than one in four women in the U.S. are not up-to-date with their recommended screenings. Barriers such as difficulty obtaining time off work, challenges in securing timely appointments, or the discomfort associated with in-clinic pelvic exams often contribute to this gap. The Teal Wand
“The Teal Wand is a preferred alternative, one that has been built with empathy, is driven by science, and designed to make screening easy, so that more women can take control of their health on their own terms,” the company stated.
How At-Home HPV Screening with the Teal Wand
Instead of the traditional Pap smear, which has a sensitivity (a measure of accuracy) of around 55%, women using the Teal Wand
Rigorous Science: Validation Through the SELF-CERV Study
Teal Health’s FDA approval was strongly supported by its SELF-CERV study, the largest U.S.-based comparative study of its kind. This pivotal research confirmed that samples self-collected using the Teal Wand
Crucially, the SELF-CERV study was designed to reflect the racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity of the U.S. population, underscoring Teal Health’s commitment to clinical excellence, equity, and inclusivity in women’s health research. The study also highlighted strong patient preference for the at-home option: 86% of participants stated they would be more likely to stay up to date with cervical cancer screening if they could do it at home, and 94% said they would prefer to self-collect at home with the Teal Wand
“As a mom and a woman, I get how easy it is to put your own health last,” said Kara Egan, CEO and Co-Founder of Teal Health. “That’s why this FDA approval means so much; it’s not just about an innovative new product, it’s about finally giving women an option that actually makes sense for their lives – something that can be done quickly and comfortably at home. Because when we make care easier to get, we help women stay healthy, for themselves and for the people who rely on them every day.”
Availability and Access: Bringing the Teal Wand
With FDA approval secured, Teal Health is moving swiftly to make the Teal Wand
Women interested in being among the first to know when Teal Health expands to their state can join the waitlist at getteal.com for early access to updates and availability.
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2025-05-09 20:01
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