🔍 Early Detection
Screening & Early Detection
Finding cancer early increases treatment options and saves lives. Explore recommended guidelines below.
Interactive Tool
Check Your Recommended Screenings
Select your gender and age range below to view general medical guidelines.
1. Select Biological Gender
2. Select Your Age Group
Recommendations
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* Note: These are general guidelines. Consult a specialist for customized medical counsel.
Core Information
Major Screening Guidelines
Routine health exams can detect cells before they spread, providing the highest recovery statistics.
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Breast Cancer
- ✓ Monthly self breast-awareness checks starting at 20.
- ✓ Clinical examination every 1-3 years (ages 20-39).
- ✓ Annual mammogram screening recommended from age 40.
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Cervical Cancer
- ✓ Pap smear screening every 3 years starting at 21.
- ✓ HPV DNA screening (or co-test) every 5 years (ages 30-65).
- ✓ Pre-preventative HPV vaccination for youths/young adults.
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Colorectal Cancer
- ✓ Regular screening recommended starting at age 45.
- ✓ Stool-based tests (FIT or gFOBT) annually.
- ✓ Colonoscopy evaluation every 10 years.
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Prostate Cancer
- ✓ Discuss screening feasibility with your doctor at age 50.
- ✓ High-risk groups (family history) discuss at 40-45.
- ✓ PSA blood tests and digital rectal exam diagnostics.
📢 Free Screening Camps
Free Screening Camps in Nepal
NCSG frequently organizes free clinical screening camps in remote, rural, and underserved regions across Nepal. Check our Events page to discover upcoming camps near you.
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