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We all know that cancer doesn’t come with a map. That is why patient groups like ours are here, to help manage and guide Arizonans going through difficult times in their lives. Newly developed screenings are now available that can detect dozens of types of cancer just from a sample of a patient’s blood. Known as multi-cancer early detection (MCED), these tests can be administered quickly and easily and can reach even the most rural parts of Arizona. Telehealth was a game changer for the cancer community. MCED tests are going to be the next one. Here’s where that legislation comes in. The Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act, which is currently co-sponsored by more than half of Arizona’s Congressional delegation, makes a small – but hugely important – change to the Medicare program that would allow for Medicare coverage of MCED tests as soon as they’re cleared by the FDA. (Photo by Pexels)
Coming together to fight cancer
Guest Opinion//August 8, 2023//[read_meter]
