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Increase effectiveness, maximize benefits and minimize harmScreening programmes: a short guideScreening programmes: a short guideIncrease effectiveness, maximize benefits and minimize harmAbstractThe purpose of Screening is to identify people in an apparently healthy population who are at higher risk of a Health problem or a condition, so that an early treatment or inter-vention can be offered and thereby reduce the incidence and/or mortality of the Health problem or condition within the population. There appears to be a growing trend in the WHO European Region towards more Screening for noncommunicable diseases and Health checks. However, in too many cases, a clear evidence base for effectiveness is missing. Policy-makers, Health professionals and the public often seem unaware of the potential harm of Screening , its cost and burden on the Health system and the need for strong quality assurance.
As we embark on implementing my vision for health across the Region, United Action for Better Health, which seeks to apply practical solutions to health challenges together, this publication serves as a timely and necessary resource. I encourage you to read on, using this guide to inform your initiatives, helping you
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