/CNW Telbec/ - January is dedicated to raising awareness about cervical cancer. HPV can cause cervical cancer, and over 75% of the population will have at.
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Thousands of Canadians failed to undergo proactive cancer screening or diagnosis of possible cancers last year because of the pandemic, leading some doctors and advocates to fear a future surge in advanced tumors and deaths.
Data obtained by the National Post from two provinces and a report issued by a third show that proactive screening of patients without symptoms, and diagnosis of those suspected of having cancer plummeted in the first months of the coronavirus crisis.
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MONTREAL, March 17, 2021 /CNW Telbec/ - The Quebec Heart and Lung Institute at Université Laval is a model of care according to the Conference Board of Canada, which conducted a study for the Quebec Cancer Coalition on optimizing lung cancer care for better patient outcomes. The conclusion was clear: The Institute s approach is more effective and quicker, thereby optimizing the lung cancer patient care pathway and potentially improving survival rates. Because its process is more efficient, it is also less costly to the health system compared to non-specialized centres. By optimizing pathology, the Institute drives value in health care.