A newborn heel prick test is a brief technique that involves drawing a few drops of blood from the baby's heel in order to screen for significant but treatable illnesses early on, allowing medical professionals to take action before any symptoms manifest.
Just a reminder that HPV isnโt just another STI.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections and some strains can cause cancers like cervical, throat and anal cancer.
The risk goes up with multiple sexual partners and unprotected sex.