Cancer prevention

Cancer prevention screenings

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  Breast cancer screening

  • Women, beginning at age 40, should get a screening mammogram each year.
  • Family history of breast cancer may lead to earlier screening.
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  Prostate cancer screening

  • Men at age 50 who are at average risk should begin a conversation with their doctor.
  • African American men are at higher risk.
  • Family history of prostate cancer may lead to earlier screening.
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  Colorectal cancer screening

  • Men and women at age 45 who have average risk should have their first colonoscopy.
  • Family history of colorectal cancer may lead to earlier screening.
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  Lung cancer screening

  • Smoking increases the risk of lung cancer.
  • An annual low-dose CT scan is an option (although no routine screening is recommended). Please discuss with your primary provider.
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  Cervical cancer screening

  • Cervical cancer testing (screening) should begin at age 25.
  • HPV and/or Pap test.
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  Skin cancer screening

  • Be aware of your own skin changes and discuss them with your doctor.
  • Routine skin examination is needed for some patients.
  • Family history of skin cancer may lead to earlier screening.

Dismantling cancer through the CHW workforce

With support from the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment, project partners are developing a cancer screening protocol delivered through community health workers.

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