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Re: Discussing breast cancer screening with patients. The authors respond

We would like to thank Dr Gordon for her letter and the opportunity it provides for a response to the points she raises. Her first two points relate to the potential of mammography screening to reduce surgical... Read More

Information for physicians discussing breast cancer screening with patients

Background In the past 5 years breast cancer screening has come under increased scrutiny, and recommendations for screening mammography have been reviewed and revised. In the UK an independent panel was created and... Read More

Computer simulation of the effect of different colorectal cancer screening strategies for British Columbia

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in BC after lung cancer. The lifetime risk of dying of colorectal cancer is about 3%. Most, if not all, colorectal cancers are believed to develop from... Read More