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Research identifies U.S. areas for targeted colorectal cancer screening in Hispanic/Latino communities

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Cleveland Clinic-led research has identified geographic areas in the United States where strategic efforts to promote colorectal cancer screening could help reduce health care gaps affecting Hispanic/Latino communities.

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