The Science Behind Cancer Screening
Screening looks for disease before there are symptoms, and can help doctors find and treat some types of cancer early. However, the potential harms of cancer screening may outweigh the possible benefits. Understanding the science behind cancer screening sheds light on how recommendations and policies are formed.
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