The purpose of a screening program is to apply a relatively simple, inexpensive test to a large number of people in order to identify those with risk factors for cancer or who are in its early stages. Screens are used for the types of cancers that when detected early can reduce deaths. 

BC Cancer Screening Needs Assessment Report 2010 - NEW

Executive Summary

Full Report

Cervical Cancer Screening Program             BC Cancer Agency Cervical Cancer Screening Program supports the LACE Campaign.

Screening Mammography Program

Other Screening Programs

• Colorectal Cancer Screening
• Hereditary Cancer Program
• Lung Cancer
• Oral Cancer Prevention Program
• Prostate Cancer
• Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy: patient brochure (PDF)

Prevention is what you do to try to keep cancer from happening. Learn more about Cancer Prevention