If you have any questions about cancer screening, call 1-844-777-3443.
Getting screened is important to lowering your risk of cancer. It can prevent cancer or catch it in its earliest stages, allowing more treatment options and a better chance of recovery.
Screening is the early detection of cancer or pre-cancerous conditions in people who do not have symptoms of cancer. In Canada, evidence supports population-based cancer screening programs for three types of cancers: breast, cervical and colon.
Around half of cancer cases and deaths can be prevented by making healthier life choices and participating in screening programs. Healthier life choices can include cutting back on red meat, processed foods and alcohol, quitting smoking and becoming more physically active.
Screening should be done every one to two years for ages 40 to 49 and every two to three years for ages 50 to 74.
A Pap test is the main tool used to screen for cervical cancer. It checks the cells from your cervix for any abnormal changes.
Research shows that people aged 50 to 74 benefit the most from screening for colon cancer.
Cancer screening and treatment resources available to download and print for personal, office or hospital use.
For questions about cancer screening and more, contact the New Brunswick Cancer Network by email or call 506-457-4800 Monday to Friday between 8:15 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays.