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Vinay Prasad on Cancer Screening

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Understanding Cancer Staging and Screening

This chapter explores the complexities of cancer staging, discussing its implications for treatment and prognosis. It highlights the varying aggressiveness of different cancer types and the challenges of cancer screening, particularly focusing on prostate cancer and psychological impacts on patients. Additionally, it addresses the ethical concerns surrounding the incentives for cancer screenings and the importance of understanding the limitations of screening methods.

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