Spotting Cancer Red Flags: Early Recognition in Primary Care

Overview

This session will equip primary care clinicians with the knowledge and tools to identify early warning signs of cancer. Participants will explore common "red flag" symptoms across body systems, review evidence-based risk assessment tools, and discuss case-based scenarios to enhance clinical decision-making. The presentation emphasizes timely recognition, and appropriate referral pathways to support earlier cancer diagnosis and improved patient outcomes.

Learning Objectives

• Define “red flag” symptoms associated with common cancers.
• Apply evidence-based cancer screening in primary care.
• Recognize patients with increased risk of developing cancer, including genetic predispositions.
• Identify key patient presentations that warrant urgent investigation or referral.