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Telma Costa is a Research Focused Academic at the Sydney School of Public Health within the Faculty of Medicine and Health at the University of Sydney, specializing in cervical cancer prevention and health equity initiatives.
Her research centers on eliminating cervical cancer through innovative approaches like HPV self-sampling, with particular emphasis on reducing disparities in screening access for marginalized populations. Key interests include developing equitable screening programs, overcoming cultural barriers to healthcare, and implementing policy-driven solutions for global elimination goals.
Recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on practical interventions to increase screening participation among underserved groups, highlighting self-sampling as a critical tool for achieving health equity in cervical cancer prevention across diverse healthcare systems.
