Demographic Disparities in Uptake of Lung Cancer Screening
Results of a retrospective analysis identified differences in completion of LDCT screening among racial and ethnic groups and between the sexes in each group.
Cancer Prevention
Navigation Strategies for Patients With Breast Cancer
The support of breast nurse navigators ensure patients have access to screening and treatment at early stages of disease to ensure optimal outcomes.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids Seem Not to Protect Against Cancer
And, limited cardiovascular benefit found for long chain omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid
Effects of Nurse Navigation on Colorectal Screening Rates and Perceptions
The positive influence of nurse navigation program on CRC screenings rates and barriers was demonstrated by a team of researchers in Turkey.
Leisure-Time Physical Activity Linked to Lower Cancer Risk
Risk lower for seven types of cancer including colon, breast, kidney with recommended amounts of physical activity.
Studies Confirm Safety of 9-Valent HPV Vaccination
Studies based on searching Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System, six Vaccine Safety Datalink sites.
Study Shows Association Between Low-Dose Aspirin Use and Risk for Gastric and Esophageal Cancers
Researchers present study findings that demonstrate the association between low-dose aspirin and risk for gastric or esophageal cancer at ESMO Congress 2019.
Oophorectomy More Effective Than Ultrasound Screening in Preventing BRCA1-Related Ovarian Cancer
Results of a prospective study comparing effectiveness of ultrasound screening and salpingo-oophorectomy in preventing ovarian cancer are presented.
USPSTF Expands Criteria for Recommended BRCA-Associated Genetic Counseling
A closer look at the USPSTF’s recent update to its recommendations for risk assessment, genetic counseling, and genetic testing for BRCA1/2-related cancers.
USPSTF Urges Interventions to Prevent Tobacco Use in Children
Updated recommendation calls on primary care physicians to prevent tobacco use among children.
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