Still confused about cancer screening, and whether it's right for you?

Still confused about cancer screening, and whether it's right for you?

I've posted a lot of information in this blog, some of it more technical, but most I've tried to make as digestible as possible.

But what if you're still not sure whether screening is the right choice for you? After all, this is just an internet blog...

I can help!

Here is a very simple form that you can print out and take along to your doctor or nurse, and ask them to fill out for you. In order for you to be able to give informed consent, they should be able to give you the information required. After all, nobody can give informed consent, without being informed!

So, with this completed by your doctor or nurse, you can then decide for yourself whether the benefits of screening (the difference between the top 2 boxes, and ultimately the last box), and the risks of screening (the 3rd and 4th boxes).

If your doctor or nurse cannot give you this information, I would strongly advise refusing to be screened until they can provide it. If they don't know the risks and benefits, then they really shouldn't be offering the screening.

I hope this helps someone to make an informed choice!