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Breast cancer in women is the most common type of cancer worldwide. Women have a much greater chance of developing breast cancer as compared to men. American Cancer Society (ACS), US Preventive Services Task Force, and the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend screening for specific age groups to detect breast cancer at an early stage. The screening tests include clinical examination, mammography, and MRI. Mammography, however, remains the most favored method.

Preventive Medicine: Colorectal Cancer

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the third most regular cancer growth among inhabitants in the United States, and it is the second most frequent cause of death. There have been around 50,000 deaths from CRC in the year 2014 alone. However, the mortality rates have declined since then, owing to screening test measure for early detection and treatment, and prevention through polypectomy. There are certain risk factors associated with CRC which is modifiable such as smoking, obesity, alcohol, and low-fiber, high-fat diet.

Preventive Medicine: Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is the pre-eminent cause of death in the US. Most cases are diagnosed after 65 years of age. Smoking remains the most common risk factor. In order to diagnose lung cancer at an early stage, U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has given recommendations for screening in certain age groups and individuals. Low-dose CT (LDCT) scan of the chest is used for screening purpose. Screening begins at the age of 55 and continues till the person is 81 years old.

Infant Care, Child and Adolescent Care, and Prenatal Care

Prenatal care, infant care, child and adolescent care aim to prevent diseases and detect other possible illness. Prenatal care is important for women of childbearing age who are either pregnant or plan to be. It not only includes profile assessment to check for the future risks related to pregnancy but also takes into account the education, immunization, and chemoprophylaxis. Infant care is related to screening neonatal jaundice, vaccinations, and other concerns related to sleep, and use of a pacifier. Important screening during early childhood includes birth history, development, home environment, school readiness, diet, physical activity, and sleep.

Preventive Medicine: Adult Health Maintenance — Screening and Guidelines

Health care maintenance is aimed to examine the healthy individuals for any asymptomatic disease. It provides an opportunity for prevention in high-risk patients and an early diagnosis with a possibility to prevent advancement of the disease. During a health care maintenance examination (HME), physicians record the medical, social, and family history of the patient along with a comprehensive systemic review to find out relevant risk factors and the necessary screening tests. Preventive societies give guidelines for the screening tests in healthy individuals for health maintenance. Counseling on better nutrition, immunizations, and screening tests are a part of routine HME.

Preventive Medicine: Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer in American men is one of the most common cancers. According to American Cancer Society statistics, there have been about 26,730 deaths as a result of prostate cancer, and the newly diagnosed cases are about 161,360. Prostate cancer, the third leading cause of death in American men, is seen in older men. The average age at which most of the cases are diagnosed is 66.

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