Today (12th) is Hong Kong Cancer Day. The Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society used this to publish a survey on cancer screening and found that the new crown epidemic has severely affected the habit of Hong Kong people for cancer screening.
In 2020, the cancer screening rate for Hong Kong people will drop by 30-70%. Even if the epidemic is contained in 2021, the drop will still reach 26-44%.
Studies have shown that delaying cancer screening increases avoidable cancer deaths.
The Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society recommends that citizens should undergo regular cancer screenings under the new normal of the epidemic.
The Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society published a survey on cancer screening on December 12 and found that the new crown epidemic has severely affected the habit of Hong Kong people to undergo cancer screening.
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In order to understand the cancer screening habits of Hong Kong residents before and during the epidemic, the Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society conducted the "Survey on Cancer Screening Habits of Hong Kong People Before and After the Epidemic" from October 31 to November 15, 2021. The results showed the epidemic (2020), the cancer screening rate dropped by 31-70% compared to before the epidemic, and the general physical examination rate dropped by 23-25%; after the epidemic slowed down (by mid-November 2021), the cancer screening rate was still higher than before the epidemic The decline was 26-44%, and the decline for the elderly was even more serious, with 37-50%.
The Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society stated that anti-cancer should not be neglected while preventing the epidemic. Ageing is the main risk factor for cancer, and the elderly should receive regular cancer screenings.
Liao Jingxian, chairman of the Cancer Education Subcommittee of the Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society, reminded the public that the rate of cancer screening for Hong Kong people has fallen sharply due to the impact of the epidemic. Even if the epidemic is under control, the rate of cancer screening has not risen significantly. The situation is worrying.
If things go on like this, it may have a negative impact on the effectiveness of treatment and the medical system, especially for the elderly at higher risk.
The Secretary for Food and Health, Chen Zhaoshi, pointed out that the government has started a new policy for cancer prevention in August 2019, and hopes to start in seven areas, including surveillance, prevention, screening, survival and mitigation treatment, and cancer research to reduce disease. The incidence and mortality rate, the establishment of a complete monitoring system, private and public hospitals work together, and provide comprehensive support for cancer survivors, and it is expected that a staged result will be achieved in 2025.
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