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Have we entered a period where people are screening too much for disease - Carl Wiens

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Have We Entered a Period Where People Are Screening Too Much for Disease?

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 Have We Entered a Period Where People Are Screening Too Much for Disease?

The use of screening tests to identify unrecognized disease is an increasingly important part of modern medical practice, capable of saving lives and reducing suffering when properly applied. But there are many factors that determine whether any specific test will achieve its goals, or ironically cause more harm than good to the patient.

Six Inexpensive Health Screenings That Could Save Your Employees' Lives -- And Your Business Some Money

Every employer should make sure these six crucial tests for both men and women are either included in an annual physical or provided à la carte during yearly screening campaigns...

Six Inexpensive Health Screenings That Could Save Your Employees' Lives -- And Your Business Some Money

Every employer should make sure these six crucial tests for both men and women are either included in an annual physical or provided à la carte during yearly screening campaigns...

Life Line Screening

Our preventive health screenings are designed by doctors and administered by trained professionals, screenings can help detect hidden health issues before they become a problem.

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