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Cancer screening increases survival rates, report shows

Behroze Bilimoria

People with breast, bowel and cervical cancers detected through Australia's screening programs have a better chance of surviving than those who have never been screened. The Australian Institute for Health and Welfare says remoteness and social disadvantage also play a part.


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People with breast, bowel and cervical cancers detected through Australia's screening programs have a better chance of surviving than those who have never been screened. The Australian Institute for Health and Welfare says remoteness and social disadvantage also play a part.



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