There are many organizations that help doctors provide preventive care. The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) is a group of volunteers who review and simplify recommendations from these organizations. When your doctor suggests a study or treatment, it is often based on the guidelines from the USPSTF. Patients often want to know why certain … Continue reading Which patients gets what preventive services and when?
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Colon Cancer Screening
Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in the US and worldwide. Up-to-date statistics can be found at the Colon Cancer Alliance webpage. The official recommendations are from the US Preventative Screening Task Force. In general, if you are 45 years or older, you should speak with your doctor about getting screened for … Continue reading Colon Cancer Screening
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