MCC Clinical Guidelines

• MCC Guidelines for the Early Detection of Breast Cancer (revised May 2007)

  • How the recommendations were developed

  • How your organization can help get the word out

  • Order form to request copies of the MCC Consensus Early Detection Guidelines printed on heavy cardstock

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Fact Sheets

• "Facts About Breast Cancer" (Michigan Department of Community Health; February 2009 revision) (available as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file)*

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• "October — Breast Cancer Awareness Month" (Michigan Department of Community Health fact sheet; October 2009 revision) (available as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file)*

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• "Breast Cancer in Michigan: Early Detection Is the Key to Survival" (Michigan Department of Community Health fact sheet; January 2007 revision) (available as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file)*

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Breast Cancer News for Clinicians

• Breast & Cervical Cancer Clinical Updates were published with nearly every issue of the Michigan BCCCP Newsletter prior to January 2006. Although they were written for Michigan Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program providers, any clinicians who deal with breast and cervical cancer as part of their healthcare practice will find them of significant value.

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MCC Resources of Interest to Providers

• Using Reminder & Tracking Systems to Increase Cancer Screening and Follow-Up Rates: A Report of the Michigan Cancer Consortium Reminder and Tracking Project (published July 2002) (available as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file)*

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• Use of Chemoprevention Therapy in Women at High Risk for Developing Breast Cancer (MCC Position Paper for Health Care Providers; April 2007)

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• Digital Mammography: Comparison with Screen Film Mammography (MCC Position Paper for Health Care Providers; April 2006)

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• Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations for High-Risk Women (MCC Information for Providers paper; June 2005)

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Educational Materials for Your Patients

• What You Should Know Before Treatment About: Breast Cancer (September 2008 revision)

  • Electronic version of the booklet (available as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file)*

  • Order form for printed copies (available as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file)*

  The Michigan Breast Cancer Informed Consent Law (Public
  Act 368 of 1978), as amended by Public Act 195 of 1986 and Public Act 15 of 1989, requires Michigan physicians to provide this publication to all persons who have been diagnosed as having breast cancer. Since 1986, providers have given this booklet to thousands of women throughout the state of Michigan. The booklet is reviewed periodically by breast cancer specialists, primary care providers, and breast cancer survivors to ensure that its content remains relevant and reflects the latest state of the science. The September 2008 version represents the fourth major revision of this resource, which is available in both Spanish and English versions. Copies of this publication are available free of charge in limited quantities to all Michigan residents.

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• True or False: Commonly Misunderstood Facts About Mammography and Breast Cancer (September 2005) (Adobe Acrobat PDF file)*

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• Frequently Asked Questions About Digital Mammography (MCC Information for Consumers Sheet; April 2006)

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• Breast Cancer Screening Recommendations for High-Risk Women (MCC Information for Consumers sheet; June 2005)

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• Michigan Mammography Guide (American Cancer Society, Great Lakes, Inc.)

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• Michigan Health Promotions Clearinghouse — Order form for cancer education materials (updated Feb. 12, 2009; available as an Adobe Acrobat PDF file)*
  The Clearinghouse offers printed materials ranging from brochures to posters to educate residents about breast, cervical and colorectal cancers; all materials are available free of charge in limited quantities to Michigan residents. Sources for the materials include the Michigan Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Cancer Society, and the Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation.

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Other Resources

• Breast Cancer Awareness Month resources available through the Michigan Cancer Consortium Monthly Theme Calendar (Note: Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed in October.)

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• National Cancer Institute — "Cancer Risk: Understanding the Puzzle" Web Site
  http://understandingrisk.cancer.gov
  This site offers a reliable source for individuals and healthcare providers who are seeking: risk information for six common cancer types (breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, prostate, and skin); steps to reduce an individual's risk; tips for understanding cancer news stories; and tools an individual can use with his/her provider to manage his/her cancer risk.

*Please Note: You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to open, view and print this file once it has been downloaded. If you need a free copy of Adobe Acrobat Reader, please click here.

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last updated: 09/09/09