OPINION — Cancer doesn’t just involve statistics; it shows up in real life, in the stories of our loved ones.
Behind every diagnosis is a neighbor, a grandparent, a friend. And while Arizona is projected to face more than 44,000 new cancer cases this year, and more than 13,000 cancer‑related deaths, the most powerful tool we have to change those numbers is entirely within reach: early detection.
For older adults in greater Phoenix, partnering closely with their care providers to schedule routine screenings isn’t just good practice, it’s a potentially life‑saving decision that can mean more years of mobility, independence and time with family.
