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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

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Did you know colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in Americans and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States?

The Good News

The good news is that colorectal cancer is highly preventable, treatable and often curable. Testing and screening for colorectal cancer can save your life.

Print a colorectal cancer awareness poster.

Know your risk factors

Are you at risk?

  • Are you 50 or older?
  • Do you have inflammatory bowel disease?
  • Has a family member been diagnosed with colorectal cancer, polyps or endometrial cancer?
  • Do you eat a diet high in animal fats and low in fruits, vegetables and fiber?

    Know the warning signs

    Colorectal cancer warning signs

  • New onset of constipation or diarrhea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Weakness
  • Anemia
  • Rectal bleeding

    What you can do to help prevent colorectal cancer

  • Get screened. Colonoscopy, the most effective screening test for colorectal cancer is safe and painless.
  • Speak to your health care professional to find out more about colorectal cancer.
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