This month, our Public Policy Advocates bring to our attention to
COLORECTAL CANCER PREVENTION
What is Colorectal
Cancer?
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Colon or
Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that affects the digestive tract.
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Usually is
found in the large intestine (colon)
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Can begin as
(benign) polyps found in the intestines, that can sometimes become cancerous
Who is at risk?
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Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of
cancer-related deaths in the United States for both men and women combined (Any AGE, Any Gender, Any fitness level)
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This year, approximately 140,000 new cases of colorectal
cancer will be diagnosed, and 56,000 people will die from the disease.
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African
American race. African
Americans have a greater risk of colon cancer than do people of other races
(Mayo Clinic,2022)
How can I prevent?
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Get your Regular screenings
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Ask your doctor about at-home test kits such as Cologuard
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Or Schedule your Colonoscopy
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Eating a well-balanced diet (Low fat, high fiber, Green veggies)
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Regular physical Activity (20 to 30 mins of walking/day)