Cancer Screening
Early detection saves lives
Cancer screening allows you to find certain cancers before you feel symptoms and before they can spread. The American Cancer Society recommends a regular schedule of screenings for people of average risk.
Some people have a higher risk of developing cancer based on family histories of cancer, race, age or other conditions. People at higher risk may have a different screening plan than is listed below. Talk to your doctor about your risk factors to see which cancer screenings are right for you.
Bryan also offers genetic counseling for anyone wanting to learn more about how their family history of cancer and genetics may put them at higher than average risk.
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Cervical Cancer
- Women 25-65
- PAP and HPV test every 5 years or PAP every 3 years
- Women over age 65: ask your provider if a PAP test is needed
Lung Cancer
- A low-dose CT (LDCT) scan is recommended for people who meet all of the following:
- Age 50-80
- 20 pack-year smoking history (2 packs a day for 10 years, 1 pack a day for 20 years)
- Currently smoke or quit in the past 15 years
- Talk to your doctor about a referral for this scan for early detection
Skin Cancer
- Everyone, especially those at high risk (family history of skin cancer, considerable sun exposure and sunburns)
- Those who have an increased risk of melanoma:
- Fair-skinned adults 65+
- Atypical moles
- More than 50 moles
- Everyone should consider an annual whole-body skin exam by a health care provider
These are guidelines only, based on American Cancer Society recommendations for those at average risk
Talk to your doctor about the screening plan that is right for you.
Need Additional Screening Due to Risk?
If you have a family or personal history of cancer, known genetic risk and/or lifestyle factors that increase their risk, the Bryan High Risk and Cancer Prevention Clinic may be right for you.
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