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Colorectal, or colon cancer, is one of the most preventable types of cancer. Regular screenings help prevent it by catching polyps before they become cancerous and can also help detect it early, when treatment often leads to a cure.
The American Cancer Society recommends regular colorectal cancer screenings starting at age 45, or earlier for those with risk factors.
Several factors can increase the risk of developing colorectal cancer, including:
Screening tests can help detect colorectal cancer early, even before symptoms appear. There are several screening options available, such as a colonoscopy or the Cologuard® test. The Cologuard test is an at home screening test, available by prescription only, that can be delivered and picked up from your door to allow you to screen for CRC in a comfortable environment.
Talk to your primary care provider about which options are best for you.
A colonoscopy is the most well-known colorectal cancer screening. To schedule your colonoscopy, call one of our Marshall Health Network facilities below:
Although not all cases of colorectal cancer can be prevented, adopting a healthy lifestyle can reduce the risk: