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This morning I was reminded again why government-run healthcare is so insidious.

A new debate has transpired over the use of CT scans to detect lung cancer. Not surprisingly, the dispute was triggered by a federal study, which found that screening “certain heavy smokers and ex-smokers” could greatly reduce their mortality rate.

Supporters of the exams promote the benefits and argue that insurance companies ought to cover the expense, while opponents claim it’s not clear the “benefits will outweigh the risks.” They worry an increase in CT exams will spark a series of perhaps unnecessary â€" and costly â€" follow-up tests and medical procedures.

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