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Do you know about cancer screening? It’s a healthy habit that saves lives.<\/p>\n

WHAT is a cancer screen?<\/strong>
\nA screen is a test that finds cancer in people who have no symptoms. These tests can find the disease in its earliest, most treatable forms, or before it even begins.<\/p>\n

WHY have a cancer screen?<\/strong>
\nFinding cancer early, or before it begins, SAVES LIVES. Maybe yours!<\/p>\n

Learn More<\/strong>
\nMore info on breast, cervix and colon cancer screening, click here:<\/p>\n

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\nRead, print, pass it on to friends and family
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\nPackard Health is your healthy habits partner.<\/strong>
\nWe help you make health decisions that are right for YOU. Ask your doctor about cancer screening at your next appointment, or call 734-971-1073<\/p>\n

3 Screens That Save Lives\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. BREAST<\/strong> – For Women
\nMammograms are pictures of your breast from 2 sides that can find cancer early-on. Regular mammograms are an important healthy habit.\u00a0October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – let us tell you more!<\/p>\n

2. CERVIX<\/strong> – For Women
\nCervical cancer was once the leading cause of cancer death in women in the US. The PAP test has dramatically cut those numbers because cervical cancer is almost entirely preventable when found early. The test is painless – and you can ask for one of Packard Health’s female providers.<\/p>\n

3. COLON<\/strong> – For those 50 or older, or with a family history
\nThere are several tests to choose from, including one that can be done at home without any special preparation –\u00a0the fecal occult blood test. One third of people who die of colon cancer would be saved if they had screening.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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