The National Cancer Institute has granted $3.8m to researchers at the University of Utah Health, the Huntsman Cancer Institute and Intermountain Healthcare. The funds will allow the scientists to work on developing a cancer screening tool, which will combine clinical decision support techniques with EHR technologies. “Screening is an important part of our efforts in fighting cancer, but it can be difficult for patients who are not able or willing to participate in traditional medical care,” said Dr. David L. Kessler,
The National Cancer Institute has granted $3.8m to researchers at the University of Utah Health, the Huntsman Cancer Institute and Intermountain Healthcare. The funds will allow the scientists to work on developing a cancer screening tool, which will combine clinical decision support techniques with EHR technologies. The tool will be able to effectively and consistently identify those at high risk of developing colorectal or breast cancer.