Cancer screening and prevention 2026

Timeline

1. 1 day ago

   [HEALTH] 5 sources

   Brazilian study highlights gaps in colorectal cancer awareness and calls for action

   A Brazilian survey shows most know colorectal cancer signs but many delay care; deputy Renata Abreu urges new prevention legislation.

2. 5 days ago

   [HEALTH] 4 sources

   Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Cases Surge in Brazil

   Brazil sees a 7.6% yearly rise in colorectal cancer among adults under 50, while U.S. studies link poor sleep to higher early‑onset cancer risk, underscoring lifestyle and detection concerns.

3. 10 days ago

   [HEALTH] 7 sources

   Brazil health officials urge early detection of colorectal and liver disease

   Brazilian health experts stress early detection of colorectal cancer and liver disease symptoms, noting missed diagnoses and warning signs like blood in stool, fatigue, jaundice and stool color.

4. 13 days ago

   [HEALTH] 3 sources

   Prostate and Colon Cancer Prevention Emphasized in Argentina and Mexico

   Health officials in Argentina urge men to start prostate cancer screening at 50, while Mexican doctors stress colonoscopies to remove polyps that can become colorectal cancer.

5. 13 days ago

   [HEALTH] 7 sources

   Brazilian Study Shows Delays in Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer

   Brazilian research finds most people recognize colorectal‑cancer signs but delay care; early diagnosis offers >90% cure rate, prompting calls for wider FIT screening.

6. 16 days ago

   [HEALTH] 40 sources

   Brazil study finds many delay care for colorectal cancer symptoms

   Brazilian survey of 2,000 people shows most recognize colorectal cancer signs, yet 40% delay medical care; awareness of fecal occult blood test is low, especially among youth and low‑income groups.

7. 21 days ago

   [HEALTH] 2 sources

   Brazil expands cancer screening protocols to address rising disease burden

   Brazil boosts oral‑cancer awareness and plans FIT testing, while US guidelines broaden colorectal screening to ages 45‑75, aiming for earlier detection and lower mortality.

8. 23 days ago

   [HEALTH] 5 sources

   Brazil's July Bladder Cancer Campaign Urges Prompt Check of Blood in Urine

   Brazil's July bladder cancer awareness campaign warns that even painless blood in urine can signal cancer; doctors urge immediate medical evaluation, citing smoking as the main risk and highlighting early‑stage

9. 24 days ago

   [HEALTH] 4 sources

   Mauricio Mancera uses pregnancy test to warn men about testicular cancer

   Mauricio Mancera posted a viral video using a pregnancy test to highlight that elevated beta‑hCG can signal testicular cancer, urging men to seek early medical check‑ups.

10. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Argentina sees declining mortality for prostate and breast cancers

    Argentina’s prostate cancer deaths fell 26% between 2014‑2024 and breast cancer mortality also declined overall, though young‑age rates rose in some regions, highlighting advances and persistent geographic gaps

11. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Portugal prostate cancer awareness urges men to act on silent symptoms

    Portugal’s prostate cancer campaign warns men not to ignore frequent urination and weak flow; about 7,500 cases arise yearly and early screening after age 50 can boost survival.

12. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 6 sources

    Prostate Cancer Awareness Highlights Risks and Advances in Latin America

    Prostate cancer affects 1 in 8 men; early screening at 50 (or 40 with family risk) and modern diagnostics like PSA, MRI and robotic surgery improve outcomes. Chile reported 17 deaths in Magallanes, part of 2,4

13. about 1 month ago

    [HEALTH] 3 sources

    Mexico launches free cancer‑screening drives for men over 40 and 50

    Mexico urges men over 50 to screen for kidney cancer and men over 40 for prostate cancer, offering free tests to improve early detection and counter cultural barriers.

14. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Brazil urges early cancer screening as silent prostate and pancreatic cases emerge

    Brazil highlights the need for routine cancer screening after silent prostate cases and a radio host’s early‑stage pancreatic tumor were detected through regular exams.

15. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 4 sources

    Community health fairs in Argentine towns promote prostate cancer awareness and free screenings

    Health fairs in Argentine towns offered free screenings and education, featuring prostate‑cancer awareness walks in Justo Daract and free mammograms, vaccinations and tests in Plaza Libertad.

16. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Colombia pushes prostate cancer screening during Men's Health Week

    Colombia's Men's Health Week campaigns promote prostate cancer screening, stressing PSA and digital rectal exams to catch the disease early and reduce late diagnoses.

17. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Prostate Cancer Early‑Detection Campaigns Highlighted in Colombia and Venezuela

    Colombia reports over 40 % of prostate‑cancer cases detected late, while Venezuela holds a preventive health day for 150 public officials, highlighting regional push for early screening.

18. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 3 sources

    Argentina rolls out skin and prostate cancer screening campaigns

    Argentina's Río Grande municipality opened registrations for a free skin‑cancer mole‑check campaign, while LALCEC launched a prostate‑cancer screening drive encouraging PSA tests and exams, both aiming at early

19. about 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 4 sources

    Prostate Cancer Early Detection Challenges in Colombia and Mexico

    Colombia and Mexico grapple with high prostate‑cancer rates and late diagnoses; Colombia spends 25% of high‑cost disease funds on advanced cases, while Mexico reports over 26,000 new cases yearly, urging early‑

20. 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Breast Cancer Detection Efforts Highlighted in Argentina and Colombia

    Argentina launches a breast‑cancer awareness index showing low knowledge but high willingness to change habits; Colombia’s Arauca reports 19 breast and cervical cancer cases in early 2026, a 38.5% rise.

21. 2 months ago

    [HEALTH] 9 sources

    Argentina finds low breast‑cancer awareness and high cardiovascular risk in women

    In Argentina, only 40% of women know enough about breast‑cancer care while over half of women over 50 show signs of cardiovascular disease, highlighting gaps in women's health awareness.

22. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 4 sources

    Montenegro Health Minister Launches Cancer Prevention Programme Ahead of EU Accession

    Montenegro unveils a 2026‑28 cancer prevention programme, adding new PET‑CT, MRI and brachytherapy as it prepares for EU accession.

23. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Neuquén launches free mammography night as diet advice highlights breast cancer prevention

    Neuquén offers free mammograms on May 24 and experts cite fish, carrots, olive oil, berries and broccoli as foods that may lower breast‑cancer risk.

24. 3 months ago

    [HEALTH] 2 sources

    Breast Cancer Risk Factors and Expanded Screening Services in Moldova

    Breast cancer risks outlined and Moldova expands free screening via four regional centers, boosting early detection.

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