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Another coronavirus side effect: Cancer screenings are down and doctors are worried

It’s unclear how eager patients will be to reschedule postponed screening tests if they do not have a history of cancer or an elevated risk. But it's important to stay current with screenings because the cancers they detect are treatable and have a high survival rate if detected early.

Mackenzie Alleman  is at high risk of developing ovarian cancer and relies on annual screens to give her peace of mind that she remains cancer-free. Because of the coronavirus her screenings have been pushed back.
Mackenzie Alleman is at high risk of developing ovarian cancer and relies on annual screens to give her peace of mind that she remains cancer-free. Because of the coronavirus her screenings have been pushed back.Read moreJOSE F. MORENO / Staff Photographer