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Hello, I am Dr. Ronda Henry-
Tillman.
Did you know that the number
of people who are diagnosed
with colorectal cancer as well
as those who die
from the disease
in the United States has
declined over the last
two decades?
This decline is likely due
to increased colorectal
cancer screening.
But too few African American
and Hispanic adults are getting
screened for colorectal cancer.
African Americans are diagnosed
and die from colorectal cancer
more often than all other racial
and ethnic groups.
Several different colorectal
cancer screening tests
are available.
These tests can find abnormal
growths in the colon and ***
so that they can be removed
before they turn into cancer.
Screening tests can also find
colorectal cancer
in its earlier stages,
when it responds best
to treatment.
Colorectal cancer screening has
been estimated
to reduce the number
of related deaths by 60
to 70 percent.
Creditable organizations
recommend that adults aged 50
and older be screened regularly
for colorectal cancer.
Individuals younger than age 50
who may be at increased risk
for the disease should talk
to their doctor about when
to start screening.
Some lifestyle factors may play
a role in increasing risk
such as obesity,
lack of exercise,
and use of alcohol.
Studies also suggest
that cigarette smoking may
increase risk
for colorectal cancer,
so it is important not
to start smoking
and for smokers to quit.
For help with quitting smoking,
call 1-877-44U-QUIT
or visit www.smokefree.gov
for more information.
The National Cancer Institute
offers the latest research
and information about colorectal
and other cancers.
Visit www.cancer.gov
or call 1-800-4-CANCER to speak
with a cancer
information specialist.
If you or a loved one is age 50
or older, it's time to talk
to a doctor
about colorectal
cancer screening.
Reduce your risk...live a
healthy life!