U.S. adults are still behind on routine cancer screenings—but reasons why vary by race
The survey revealed that nearly seven in 10 U.S. adults are behind on at least one routine cancer screening.1
- The survey revealed that nearly seven in 10 U.S. adults are behind on at least one routine cancer screening.1
The second annual survey, released during Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Month in April, indicates more U.S. adults are behind on routine cancer screenings compared to last year. - It is crucial to advocate for your health and talk to your health care provider about the routine cancer screenings you need.
- “We are reaffirming our commitment to empowering people to stay ahead of cancer through prevention and early detection until all populations can achieve better outcomes—without any barriers to the process.”
1The cancer screenings studied in this survey were for breast cancer, cervical cancer, colorectal cancer, lung cancer, oral cancer, prostate cancer, skin cancer and testicular cancer. - 2In this survey, Gen Z is defined as adults ages 21-27 and Millennials are defined as adults ages 28-43.