Cancer screening recommendations
The most effective thing you can do to find cancer early is to get your recommended cancer screenings.
See if you should be screened
Cancer Screening Guidelines
As you get older, your cancer risk goes up. Regular cancer screenings are the best way to catch cancer early and even help prevent it. Early screenings can find potentially cancerous cells, improving the chances of successful treatment and recovery.
Cancer screenings, along with routine physical exams and healthy lifestyle changes, help promote your overall health and wellness. Your doctor can help you develop a personalized cancer screening plan, based on your age, gender, family history and risk factors.
Wondering where to start? Call us.
If you’re not sure which cancer screenings are right for you, OSF HealthCare Cancer Institute can help. Learn about recommended screenings by age and gender as well as options for genetic testing by calling our early detection hotline: (844) OSF-4HOPE. When you call, our team can also assist by helping you schedule an appointment with a primary care provider or imaging center as necessary.
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