Get Your Cancer Screening
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Starting a conversation with your doctor or health care provider can be intimidating. It is important, though, that you feel comfortable asking questions and taking an active role in your medical care. Here's a few ways to be prepared and get the conversation started.
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As many as 25 percent of Americans do not have a primary care provider (PCP). One BlueCross doctor discusses why South Carolinians should have a PCP and what a regular care provider can offer to keep people healthy.
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The coronavirus pandemic has affected every facet of daily lives including health care choices. Studies have shown a significant decrease in the number of people getting cancer screenings. Dr. Kashyap Patel, an oncologist, discusses the importance of keeping up with cancer screenings during the pandemic.
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