Screening and Early Detection
Strategic Focus
The Screening and Early Detection priority area focuses on increasing access to evidence-based cancer screening, improving early detection, and strengthening timely follow-up through coordinated, systems-level strategies across Idaho.
Plan Goals
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Reduce the burden of screenable cancers through targeted screening and early detection.
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Decrease premature death from prostate cancer.
These goals address breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, and prostate cancers, as well as late-stage melanoma of the skin, with an emphasis on improving screening access, early detection, and appropriate follow-up.
Strategic Priorities
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Increase access to evidence-based cancer screening services.
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Strengthen systems for timely follow-up after abnormal screening results.
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Promote alignment with current screening guidelines and shared decision-making.
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Reduce geographic, financial, and structural barriers to screening.
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Support patient navigation, hereditary cancer risk assessment, and appropriate referrals.
Implementation
Implementation is supported through collaboration with healthcare systems, public health programs, and community partners. The Screening and Treatment Steering Committee helps align partners, identify gaps, and guide coordinated strategies to improve screening access, timely follow-up, and early detection statewide.
Steering Committee Focus
The Screening and Treatment Steering Committee supports coordinated efforts to improve cancer screening, early detection, and access to appropriate care. Partners identify barriers, share resources, and guide strategies that strengthen screening and follow-up systems.
Topic-specific subgroups may advance focused initiatives and report progress to the Steering Committee.
Participation is open to partners across healthcare, public health, and community organizations.