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Overview
Introduction
What is CaST?
CaST is an acronym that stands for CAncer Screening and Tracking
System, and it is designed for all levels of users, from novice to expert.
CaST is compatible with Windows 95, 98, NT, Me, 2000 and XP and uses
standard Windows layout for its screens and has menus for access to its
features. If you are not familiar with basic Windows Operations, please
refer to your Windows User’s Guide before using CaST.
What can CaST do?
CaST allows the user to track women through the length of the study and
collect information on screening and diagnostic procedures done for
breast and cervical cancer. To assist in the tracking of women, CaST has
the ability to generate reports, queries, and client/patient reminders.
Secondarily, it provides a means to report the Minimum Data Elements
(MDEs) to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Where does CaST come from?
CaST has been provided by the CDC through contract with Information
Management Services, Inc. (IMS) for Programs in the National Breast and
Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program (NBCCEDP) to offer a user
friendly environment to collect data.
User's Guide Layout
General Layout
The CaST User’s Guide is written in a style that makes it easy for you to
find the information that you want. Each chapter of this guide corresponds
to a major component in CaST. For example, there are separate chapters
for Data Entry, Queries, Reports, and Administration. Within each
chapter, different sections explain how to use each major component of
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