Lack of Insurance and Follow-Ups Undercut Cancer Screening Wins
Cancer screening is incredibly beneficial, but only when it’s done right. Unfortunately, too many people are falling through gaps in the system, according to a new report from PROSPR II.
Screening is an effective tool for reducing the burden of cancer... But it's a complex process with multiple steps.
Findings published in September in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute show “important gaps in care across the screening continuum,” per Fred Hutch Cancer Center epidemiologist Christopher “Chris” Li, MD, PhD.
- The study was funded by the National Cancer Institute and the American Cancer Society.
- Results highlight the need for improved follow-ups and insurance coverage to ensure effective cancer screening.
Author's summary: Cancer screening has gaps in care.
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