The coronavirus pandemic has delayed cancer screenings, as well as other procedures, and studies are looking at the short- and long-term effects. Photo: Shutterstock
Coronavirus and the cost of postponed cancer screenings: short delays may not be too damaging, but early detection is still key to survival
- The coronavirus pandemic played havoc with colonoscopies, mammograms, lung scans and Pap tests as medical staff focused on treating patients with Covid-19
- Studies are now looking at the short-term and long-term effects of delays in screening and treatment for cancers
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The coronavirus pandemic has delayed cancer screenings, as well as other procedures, and studies are looking at the short- and long-term effects. Photo: Shutterstock
