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Cancer screening and early detection
Early detection of cancer can increase the chances for the successful treatment of some conditions. Common screening tests include mammography for breast cancer, cytology (Pap smear) for cervical cancer and colonoscopy for colorectal cancer. Look at our resources for the types of screening that you may want to discuss with your doctor.
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Evidence-based insights on 3 types of cancer screening
Do you have questions around cancer screening? See what the research has to say about screening for prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, and breast cancer. Sneak peek: the answers are not always so cut-and-dry. -
Screening for breast cancer: What you should know about mammography
Do you have questions about mammography? See what the evidence says about this form of breast cancer screening for women with an average risk for breast cancer. -
To screen or not to screen? What role do web-based decision aids play in decision making around prostate cancer screening?
Are you in the process of making a decision about prostate cancer screening, or at the very least starting to think about it? See what the research has to say about the use of web-based decision aids during this time. -
Screening for ovarian cancer: What you should know
Ovarian cancer screening continues to not be recommended for women with no symptoms and at average risk of the disease. -
No one left out: Breaking down cultural barriers to support healthy aging
Not everyone has the same opportunity to access health promotion programs that can save lives and prevent serious illness. Culturally customized materials and approaches can help. -
Screening for prostate cancer: What you should know about the PSA test
The PSA test is an option for men thinking about being screened for prostate cancer but the harms may outweigh the benefits.
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