Cancer Prevention and Interception | Baylor Scott & White Health

Transforming cancer care as we know it

When cancer is detected in the early stages, more treatment options are available and your chances for a full recovery are much higher. Yet only four types of cancer currently have a routine screening test for early detection, and cancer remains the second-leading cause of death in the United States.

At Baylor Scott & White, you will find a team dedicated to changing the future of cancer care, not only across North and Central Texas but everywhere. Preventing, or intercepting, cancer before it has had a chance to spread is a critical part of this goal. A new initiative called the Texas Cancer Interception Institute aims to support national efforts to reduce the cancer mortality rate by 50% within the next 25 years.

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Fight to beat cancer

As we expand efforts to detect cancer early, grow patient support resources and widen access to research and clinical trials, we will begin to see a transformation take shape in the fight to beat cancer.

Increase access to screening and detection

Cancer affects everyone, but research shows that some communities face more health challenges. These groups often have lower rates of cancer screenings, which can lead to diagnoses at more advanced stages when the condition is harder to treat. Early detection and intervention are very important in these communities. By improving access to screenings and providing information about cancer risks, we can help people get diagnosed and treated sooner.

Cancer interception research initiatives

Many cancers are identified only after symptoms emerge, often at an advanced stage. Our focus is on intercepting cancer at its earliest stages through proactive detection and intervention. By addressing preliminary health issues or underlying conditions, we have the opportunity to prevent many cancers before they develop.

Cancer care and support

At Baylor Scott & White locations across North and Central Texas, you will find care teams committed to providing advanced, personalized treatments along with support services. Our goal is to continue to expand these services to not only help intercept cancer sooner but also to ensure you have support throughout your cancer journey.

We are building our support services through the following steps:

Our genetic counseling team can help people with a family history of cancer or who have certain other risk factors that determine their cancer risk.
You may have access to oncology patient navigators and psychologists. These team members help you navigate your diagnosis and provide practical and emotional support for you and your family.
The MyBSWHealth app will soon include virtual patient navigation. This means if you receive a cancer diagnosis or are identified as high risk for cancer, you will have access to 24/7 guidance and support through the app.

Learn more about cancer care at Baylor Scott & White

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Find cancer care close to home

At Baylor Scott & White, we're committed to making cancer care more accessible by bringing advanced treatments and comprehensive support services to locations across North and Central Texas. This means you can receive the care you need—whether it's screenings, treatment, or ongoing support—without having to travel far from home.

Baylor Scott & White - Plano Brain and Spine Center

4708 Alliance Blvd Pavilion I, Ste 810, Plano, TX, 75093

Baylor Scott & White - Plano Brain and Spine Center

4708 Alliance Blvd Pavilion I, Ste 810, Plano, TX, 75093

Transforming cancer care as we know it

Fight to beat cancer

Increase access to screening and detection

Cancer interception research initiatives

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Cancer care and support

Find cancer care close to home

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