March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
February 23, 2023 by ChesPenn Health Services, Inc.
Colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related death in the U.S. In its early stages, colorectal cancer rarely manifests symptoms, but regular screening, beginning at age 45, is the key to its prevention. In fact, increased screening combined with healthy lifestyle changes has lead to a decrease in the incidence of colorectal cancer in rec
While colonoscopy is generally considered the gold standard for screening, several options are available. The CDC offers advice about the best choice for you here: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/colorectal/basic_info/screening/tests.htm
The Bums and the Bees – An Awkward Conversation about a Life-Saving Screening
