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Early Detection
If you can't prevent cancer, the next best thing you can do to protect your health is to detect it early. Recognizing symptoms, getting regular check-ups, and performing self-exams are just a few ways you can do this. Refer to the resources below to find out more.
 Finding Cancer Early: ACS Guidelines
ACS checkup/testing guidelines for healthy people help find cancerous changes early, when doctors can cure or even prevent certain cancers. Learn the tests needed by age and try our Mammogram Reminder tool.
 Exam and Test Descriptions
What to expect from mammograms, Pap tests, colonoscopy, biopsies, the PSA and other tumor marker blood tests, as well as other imaging tests.
 ACS Prevention & Detection Programs
Find out about cancer prevention and detection programs sponsored by your American Cancer Society.
 Colon Testing Saves Lives
Let us walk you through the sometimes confusing and stressful world of colorectal cancer screening. Which tests are best? What can you expect? We have the information, tools, and support you need to make a decision that might save your life.
Getting Specific
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