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Early detection of endometrial cancer through proper evaluation of postmenopausal bleeding can dramatically impact survival rates, with early-stage diagnosis offering significantly better outcomes.

Long-acting reversible contraceptives show varying effects on cancer risk, with some methods demonstrating protective effects against certain cancers while increasing risks for others.

Clinical trials reveal that osteoporosis screening is associated with five to six fewer fractures per 1,000 participants compared to usual care, providing concrete evidence for screening’s clinical value.