Quiz: The Benefits and Harms of Cancer Screening: Why It Is a Balance

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1. Q1.According to this article, what is the main benefit of cancer screening?

   AIt guarantees a cureBCatching some cancers early, when they may be easier to treatCIt removes the need for a doctorDIt eliminates all cancer risk

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2. Q2.According to this article, what is overdiagnosis?

   AFinding a cancer through screening that would never have caused symptoms or harmBMissing a cancer that is presentCDiagnosing a cancer too lateDTesting too few people

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3. Q3.According to this article, does every screening test help people live longer?

   AYes, all screening tests reduce deathsBYes, as long as the cancer is found earlyCNo, some find cancer early but have not been proven to reduce deathsDNo screening test has ever helped

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4. Q4.According to this article, what is the process of deciding about screening together with your doctor called?

   AOverdiagnosisBA false positiveCEarly detectionDShared decision-making

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This quiz checks understanding of educational content only. It is not medical advice. Read: The Benefits and Harms of Cancer Screening: Why It Is a Balance.