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... > social science subjects > health and social care > medical science > medicine > clinical medicine > medical decision making > biostatistics and clinical epidemiology > screening programs
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screening programs  

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  • Screening programs are used for the early detection of disease to decrease mortality and to increase quality of life. This subject is important in both clinical practice and public health, since screening involves a substantial part of the population. [Source: Encyclopedia of Medical Decision Making; Screening Programs]

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