Unfortunately, too many people don’t get their recommended cancer screenings.

What barriers impact cancer screening?
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Unfortunately, too many people don’t get their recommended cancer screenings, and some populations have lower screening rates than others. For some of these people, barriers to cancer screening can include lack of insurance, inflexible work schedules, language barriers, and other issues.

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