Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, we do have screening data in the Northwest Territories, and our rates are among the lowest in Canada. Screening is lowest in the older age group where cancer risk is the highest. Early detection matters. This is why we've already allowed earlier screening for people with higher-than-average risk. The NWT starts breast cancer screening earlier than the national recommendation. Our priority is increasing screening where risk is highest before expanding routine screening to younger ages. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
Lesa Semmler on Question 1233-20(1): Breast and Colorectal Cancer Screening
In the Legislative Assembly on May 29th, 2026. See this statement in context.
Question 1233-20(1): Breast and Colorectal Cancer Screening
Oral Questions
May 29th, 2026
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