Communication and colorectal cancer screening among the uninsured: data from the Health Information National Trends Survey (United States).

Objective: Colorectal cancer screening allows for both prevention and early detection of the disease, with early detection often resulting in improved prognosis. Too few Americans over 50 are screened for colorectal cancer, but among certain subpopulations screening rates are particularly low for various reasons. We examined the role of communication factors and insurance, with a specific focus on the uninsured to examine disparities in colorectal cancer screening.

Switching prescription drugs to over the counter.

Appropriate self treatment is an important aspect of both the European and American healthcare systems, but what is really driving increased over the counter availability?