Building on the success of its longstanding cancer screening program, Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Cancer Center is launching a new workplace cancer screening initiative designed to bring convenient, potentially life-saving cancer screenings directly to employees across western Pennsylvania.
The new program, part of the AHN Cancer Center's S.T.O.P. Cancer initiative, will partner with large employer groups to offer on-site cancer screening events that remove barriers to preventive care and help identify cancer at its earliest, most treatable stages. S.T.O.P. Cancer stands for Screen, Test, Outsmart and Prevent Cancer.
The new effort expands on AHN's successful comprehensive cancer screening program, which has provided thousands of screenings across western Pennsylvania through dedicated screening clinics, community events and partnerships designed to increase access to preventive care. AHN has hosted large-scale screening events throughout the region, including programs with community organizations and professional sports partners, helping connect residents with screenings they might otherwise delay or forgo.
"Early detection remains one of the most powerful tools we have in the fight against cancer," said David Bartlett, MD, director of the AHN Cancer Center. "By bringing screening services directly to workplaces, we are making it easier for people to prioritize their health, access recommended screenings and identify concerns before symptoms develop. This initiative reflects our commitment to meeting people where they are and helping more individuals take proactive steps to prevent cancer or detect it early."