Question of cost hangs over the best possible prevention
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Screening for cancer seems to be a logical way of detecting cancers at a very early stage. However, existing screening tests may not be reliable, and there are heavy costs associated with large-scale screening programmes. Problems with misinterpretation of smear test results have highlighted that screening is only effective if the results are assessed by highly skilled technicians. Research must also focus on preventing cancer from developing in the first place, rather than on detecting it once it has already developed.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1998
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EU single market cuts out most bottlenecks, aids next-day mail
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Express delivery companies are now able to offer guaranteed morning deliveries to major cities within the European Union, especially as it becomes less expensive to transport packages by air. Road-based services are also continuing to expand, especially in sectors where speed is not necessarily the primary consideration. Road transport is cheaper, and is less likely to be disrupted than air transport.
Publication Name: The Independent
Subject: Retail industry
ISSN: 0951-9467
Year: 1996
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