1978 13c Early Cancer Detection
# 1754 - 1978 13c Early Cancer Detection
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U.S. #1754
1978 13¢ Dr. Papanicolaou and Microscope
Issue Date: May 18, 1978
City: Washington, DC
Quantity: 152,270,000
Quantity: 152,270,000
Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Printing Method: Engraved
Perforations: 10½ x 11
Color: Brown
Through dedicated research, Dr. Papanicolaou developed the pap test, used to detect uterine cancer. In developed countries around the world, the widespread use of cervical screening programs using the pap test has reduced the incidence of invasive cervical cancer by more than 50%.
The stamp not only honors the doctor and his work, but reminds us that early detection of cancer is the best defense against the disease.
U.S. #1754
1978 13¢ Dr. Papanicolaou and Microscope
Issue Date: May 18, 1978
City: Washington, DC
Quantity: 152,270,000
Quantity: 152,270,000
Printed By: Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Printing Method: Engraved
Perforations: 10½ x 11
Color: Brown
Through dedicated research, Dr. Papanicolaou developed the pap test, used to detect uterine cancer. In developed countries around the world, the widespread use of cervical screening programs using the pap test has reduced the incidence of invasive cervical cancer by more than 50%.
The stamp not only honors the doctor and his work, but reminds us that early detection of cancer is the best defense against the disease.