Routine Screenings
Cancer prevention isn’t only for people who may be at higher risk. Everyone should be screened regularly for certain cancers, such as breast or colorectal (colon) cancer, and should check with their physician to find out which screenings they need and how often.
For instance, if you are between the ages of 55 and 80 and have a long history of smoking, your physician may recommend that you be screened for lung cancer. Specifically, if you have a 30-pack-per-year smoking history and currently smoke or have quit smoking within the past 15 years, you should be screened, even if you don’t have any symptoms. Experts recommend screening every year using low-dose computed tomography.
If you need a routine screening, call us at 206.606.6100 to schedule an appointment that’s convenient for you.
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