American Cancer Society Guidelines for the Early Detection of Cancer
Cancer screening increases the chances of detecting certain cancers early. Learn what screening tests the American Cancer Society recommends.
Screening Recommendations by Age
It’s also important to follow recommendations for cancer screening tests. Screening tests are used to find cancer in people who have no symptoms. Screening gives you the best chance of finding cancer as early as possible – while it’s small and before it has spread.
Chronological History of ACS Screening Guidelines
These tables provide a history of ACS guideline recommendations for the early detection of certain types of cancer.
Medicare Coverage for Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
Medicare is a government-funded health insurance program for people 65 or older or who have certain disabilities. Medicare also pays for services to help prevent some cancers or to find them early.