This week on Su Valley Voice, host Phillip Manning was joined by Dr. Paul Forman, Chief Medical Officer for Sunshine Community Health Center. They discussed the importance of cancer screenings and when it may be appropriate for individuals to get tested. Dr. Forman emphasized early detection and the role it plays in better health outcomes.
Here are the CDC guidelines for cancer screenings:
Breast Cancer
Who Should Be Screened: Women aged 50-74
How Often: Every 2 years
Cervical Cancer
Who Should Be Screened: Women aged 21-65
How Often: Every 3 years (or every 5 years if combined with HPV testing)
Colorectal Cancer
Who Should Be Screened: Adults aged 45-75
How Often: Every 10 years (for colonoscopy) or more frequently depending on risk factors
Lung Cancer
Who Should Be Screened: Adults aged 50-80 with a history of heavy smoking
How Often: Annually
Dr. Forman shared insights on these guidelines and the importance of consulting with healthcare providers to create personalized screening plans.
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Dr. Paul Forman, MD, Chief Medical Officer
Sunshine Community Health Center
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