Clinical prevention services examined in the report include vaccinations that protect against influenza and pneumococcal disease; screenings for the early detection of breast cancer, colorectal cancer, diabetes, lipid disorders and osteoporosis; and smoking cessation counseling.
According to the report, 49 percent of Asian/Pacific Islanders and 47 percent of Hispanics reported not being screened for colorectal cancer, compared to 34 percent of whites. Overall, more than 36 percent of adults reported not receiving colorectal cancer screening. Louisiana, Idaho and Oklahoma had the highest reported rates of not receiving colorectal cancer screening.
The report was published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in partnership with HHS’ Administration on Aging, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
Read the news release about preventive services among older Americans and minorities.
Read the report “Enhancing Use of Clinical Preventive Services Among Older Adults: Closing the Gap. (pdf)”
Read other coverage about colorectal cancer screening:
– Largest ‘Colonoscopy’ Party Aims to Increase CRC Screening Among Females
– AGA: Increased Access Needed for Colorectal Cancer Screening
– ASGE New Initiative Issues Report on Diminutive Colorectal Polyps
