Screening Disparities

Cancer is the leading cause of death in Wisconsin. Screening for cancer can prevent disease and can detect cancer at earlier stages, when it can be easier to treat.

Unfortunately, too many Wisconsinites do not get the cancer screening they need. Often this is because of barriers such as limited clinic hours, transportation access, the perceived cost of care, inadequate provider communication or follow-up, fear of stigma, and a lack of accessible information regarding why screening is important. These barriers can contribute to disparities in cancer mortality.

We can save lives by reducing barriers to cancer screening.