Making a routine to check in with your health regularly can have a long-lasting impact. Identifying a problem early on can prevent chronic morbidity both mentally and physically. Treating cancer early is also more cost-effective.

According to the WHO, 8.8 million people die from preventable cancer-related deaths in low- and middle-income countries every year. Even in countries with optimal health systems and services, many cancer cases are advanced at diagnosis.

The 3 stages of diagnosing cancer cases early are:

1. Improve public awareness of cancer symptoms and encourage people to seek care when these arise.

2. Invest in strengthening and equipping health services and training health workers for accurate and timely diagnostics.

3. Ensure people living with cancer can access safe and effective treatment.

Here at CHECK, we are focused on increasing public awareness, encouraging and empowering every individual to self-examine and seek help when needed regularly.

Finding cancer early can:

• Increase treatment options and offer a higher chance of successful treatment.
• Less invasive procedures. Early detection often means less aggressive treatments
• Improve quality of life. Catching cancer early can help minimize its impact on daily life.

Reference Link:
https://www.who.int/news/item/03-02-2017-early-cancer-diagnosis-saves-lives-cuts-treatment-costs#:~:text=Detecting%20cancer%20early%20also%20greatly,stages%2C%20but%20people%20can%20also

Disclaimer: This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Please consult with your healthcare provider for personalized guidance