February is National Cancer Prevention Month | Roosevelt County Health Department
February is National Cancer Prevention Month | Roosevelt County Health Department
1.7 million Americans are diagnosed with cancer every year, and 1/3 of people will have cancer in their lifetime.
600,000 people die from cancer yearly. Many cancers can be detected early, and this can be done through routine screening. Almost every type of cancer has a recommended screening test. As you age, you grow more at risk of certain cancers. Once you reach certain ages, it is recommended that you receive yearly screenings.
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