Archive for the ‘United States Preventive Services Task Force’ Category

U.S. Panel Advises Against Routine Prostate Test

by New York Times Posted: Friday, 10/14/2011
Giving healthy men P.S.A. blood tests for prostate cancer does not save lives and often leads to treatment that can cause needless pain and side effects, a government panel said.

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U.S. Panel’s Advice on Prostate Test Draws Opposition

by New York Times Posted: Saturday, 10/8/2011
A finding that a blood test to screen for prostate cancer does not save lives, but results in needless medical procedures, is being contested.

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Insurers Review Whether to Still Pay for Routine Screening

by New York Times Posted: Saturday, 10/8/2011
A United States task force’s recommendation against routine prostate-specific antigen testing for prostate cancer may lead to changes in insurance and practice.

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