Disparities in Colorectal Cancer

Reducing CRC-Screening Disparities With Use of Existing Medical Records
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, but early detection via routine CRC screening can significantly lower risk for morbidity and mortality. Although public health initiatives between 2000 and 2005 nearly doubled CRC screening rates nationally, screening rates still remain low for adults aged 45 to 49 years (20%), patients of safety net health care facilities (42%), adults without insurance (44%), and other subgroups (72%) compared with national averages. ...
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December 20, 2024