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Help People Decide Which Colorectal Cancer Test They Prefer

Posted on December 14, 2017 by

Screenshot of Colorectal Cancer Screening: Which test would I prefer quiz

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States, but regular screening can save lives by finding polyps (precancerous growths) before they become cancer. The USPSTF recommends screening everyone ages 50 to 75 for colorectal cancer. Since there are different types of colorectal cancer screening tests, it’s important for clinicians to use shared decision making with patients when talking about these life-saving preventive services...

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