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Estimation of Breast Cancer Overdiagnosis in a US Breast Screening Cohort

Of the nearly 83,000 mammograms taken among nearly 36,000 women screened, 1 in 7 cases was determined to be overdiagnosed. The information revealed in this Annals of Internal Medicine study clarifies the risk for breast cancer overdiagnosis in contemporary screening practice and should facilitate shared and informed decision making about mammography screening.

Internal Medicine March 8th 2022

Tags: BREAST CANCER CANCER SCREENING IMAGING/SCREENING MEDICAL DIAGNOSTICS

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Six At-Home Cancer Screening Tests

A good primer for the oncologist on several cancer screening tests that can be administered at home and help detect cancer in its earliest, most treatable stages — often before people experience symptoms. Some tests, such as a screening colonoscopy, can even treat cancer by removing abnormal cells before they become problematic.

Hematology/Oncology October 29th 2021

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USPSTF: Start Lung Cancer Screening Earlier

In addition to reducing pack-years history of smoking, the recommendation calls for annual screening for lung cancer at age 50 years instead of age 55 years, an update of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) guidance on lung cancer screening issued 7 years ago.

Hematology July 13th 2020

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