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Alberta's New Cancer Care Updates: Lower Screening Age & Oncofertility Program
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Alberta Unveils Cancer Care Updates: Lowered Breast Cancer Screening Age & New Oncofertility Program
Albertas Premier and Health Minister announced significant updates to cancer care, including lowering the breast cancer screening age and introducing an oncofertility program. The oncofertility initiative will support 250-400 patients annually, preserving fertility options before treatments begin. The screening age will drop to 40, making over 193,000 more women eligible for self-referrals. However, concerns about system strain and potential delays in care remain.
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