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Swedish Study Reveals 40% Higher Breast Cancer Mortality Risk for Women Missing First Screening
A Swedish study of half a million women found that those who missed their first mammogram screening had a 40% higher risk of breast cancer death over 25 years, linked to delayed detection rather than increased incidence.
Swedish Study Reveals 40% Higher Breast Cancer Mortality Risk for Women Missing First Screening
A Swedish study of half a million women found that those who missed their first mammogram screening had a 40% higher risk of breast cancer death over 25 years, linked to delayed detection rather than increased incidence.
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20% Bias Score
Early-Onset Gastrointestinal Cancers Surge in U.S. Young Adults
A new study reveals a dramatic rise in gastrointestinal cancers among young adults in the U.S., particularly colorectal cancer, prompting calls for improved screening and early detection due to lifestyle factors, genetic predisposition, and worse outcomes despite aggressive treatment.
Early-Onset Gastrointestinal Cancers Surge in U.S. Young Adults
A new study reveals a dramatic rise in gastrointestinal cancers among young adults in the U.S., particularly colorectal cancer, prompting calls for improved screening and early detection due to lifestyle factors, genetic predisposition, and worse outcomes despite aggressive treatment.
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England Extends Cervical Cancer Screening Interval to Five Years
Starting July, England will screen women aged 25-49 for cervical cancer every five years instead of three, impacting up to seven million people, based on UK National Screening Committee recommendations and studies showing similar cancer detection rates with less frequent testing.
England Extends Cervical Cancer Screening Interval to Five Years
Starting July, England will screen women aged 25-49 for cervical cancer every five years instead of three, impacting up to seven million people, based on UK National Screening Committee recommendations and studies showing similar cancer detection rates with less frequent testing.
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Experts Urge Lowering Colon Cancer Screening Age Amidst Surge in Young Adults"
Experts urge lowering the colon cancer screening age in the US due to a surge in cases among young adults (20-29 age group rising 2.4% yearly), advocating for earlier screenings regardless of age, especially considering increased risks in specific demographics and the high cost of colonoscopies ($1,...
Experts Urge Lowering Colon Cancer Screening Age Amidst Surge in Young Adults"
Experts urge lowering the colon cancer screening age in the US due to a surge in cases among young adults (20-29 age group rising 2.4% yearly), advocating for earlier screenings regardless of age, especially considering increased risks in specific demographics and the high cost of colonoscopies ($1,...
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RIVM Launches Nationwide Campaign to Boost Cancer Screening Participation
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) is implementing a multi-pronged strategy to improve participation in national cancer screenings by targeting underserved communities, utilizing local leaders, and creating accessible information materials, aiming to address re...
RIVM Launches Nationwide Campaign to Boost Cancer Screening Participation
The Dutch National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) is implementing a multi-pronged strategy to improve participation in national cancer screenings by targeting underserved communities, utilizing local leaders, and creating accessible information materials, aiming to address re...
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36% Bias Score
Anal Cancer Cases Rise Sharply Among Older Women in US
A new study reveals a sharp increase in US anal cancer cases among women over 65, particularly white women (4% annual increase), challenging traditional high-risk group assumptions and highlighting the need for expanded HPV vaccination and screening.
Anal Cancer Cases Rise Sharply Among Older Women in US
A new study reveals a sharp increase in US anal cancer cases among women over 65, particularly white women (4% annual increase), challenging traditional high-risk group assumptions and highlighting the need for expanded HPV vaccination and screening.
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48% Bias Score
NHS Over-treats 5,000 Men Annually for Prostate Cancer
The NHS overtreats approximately 5,000 men yearly for prostate cancer due to outdated guidelines, leading to unnecessary treatments and side effects; a review by Prostate Cancer UK suggests that wider adoption of monitoring instead of immediate treatment for slow-growing cancers could reduce this nu...
NHS Over-treats 5,000 Men Annually for Prostate Cancer
The NHS overtreats approximately 5,000 men yearly for prostate cancer due to outdated guidelines, leading to unnecessary treatments and side effects; a review by Prostate Cancer UK suggests that wider adoption of monitoring instead of immediate treatment for slow-growing cancers could reduce this nu...
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40% Bias Score
Dutch Cancer Screenings Save Millions, Prevent Thousands of Deaths
A study by Erasmus MC shows that national cancer screenings in the Netherlands prevent thousands of deaths and save €60 million annually, with bowel cancer screening exceeding its costs; however, concerns remain about false positives.
Dutch Cancer Screenings Save Millions, Prevent Thousands of Deaths
A study by Erasmus MC shows that national cancer screenings in the Netherlands prevent thousands of deaths and save €60 million annually, with bowel cancer screening exceeding its costs; however, concerns remain about false positives.
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40% Bias Score
Lung Cancer Prevention: Expert Advice from Voronezh Oncologists
Voronezh regional oncologists advise on lung cancer prevention: quitting smoking (80-90% of cases), avoiding occupational hazards, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regular screenings, improving air quality, and considering genetic predisposition.
Lung Cancer Prevention: Expert Advice from Voronezh Oncologists
Voronezh regional oncologists advise on lung cancer prevention: quitting smoking (80-90% of cases), avoiding occupational hazards, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, regular screenings, improving air quality, and considering genetic predisposition.
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Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines: A Personalized Approach
The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends prostate cancer screening discussions for men aged 55-69, but not for those over 70; however, doctors recommend individual discussions with healthcare providers to weigh benefits and risks, noting potential for overtreatment and varying guidelines.
Prostate Cancer Screening Guidelines: A Personalized Approach
The US Preventive Services Task Force recommends prostate cancer screening discussions for men aged 55-69, but not for those over 70; however, doctors recommend individual discussions with healthcare providers to weigh benefits and risks, noting potential for overtreatment and varying guidelines.
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48% Bias Score
Improved Breast Screening Could Save Hundreds of UK Lives
A UK study suggests that adding contrast-enhanced mammography or abbreviated MRI to breast screening could identify 3,500 extra cancers yearly, saving 700 lives, by detecting cancers hidden in dense breast tissue, a factor affecting 10% of women.
Improved Breast Screening Could Save Hundreds of UK Lives
A UK study suggests that adding contrast-enhanced mammography or abbreviated MRI to breast screening could identify 3,500 extra cancers yearly, saving 700 lives, by detecting cancers hidden in dense breast tissue, a factor affecting 10% of women.
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Highly Accurate Urine Test Shows Promise for Routine Prostate Cancer Screening
A new urine test for prostate cancer, achieving an AUC score of 0.92 compared to PSA's 0.65-0.75, is undergoing a large-scale (£42 million) UK clinical trial (250,000-300,000 men over 8 years) to assess its potential for routine screening, aiming to reduce the over 12,000 annual deaths from this can...
Highly Accurate Urine Test Shows Promise for Routine Prostate Cancer Screening
A new urine test for prostate cancer, achieving an AUC score of 0.92 compared to PSA's 0.65-0.75, is undergoing a large-scale (£42 million) UK clinical trial (250,000-300,000 men over 8 years) to assess its potential for routine screening, aiming to reduce the over 12,000 annual deaths from this can...
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40% Bias Score
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