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Get Tested for Colorectal Cancer
The Basics
Men and women age 50 and older should be tested regularly for colorectal cancer. All it takes is a visit to the doctor to have a special exam (called a “screening”).
The Benefits
Getting tested will give you the freedom from worry about colorectal cancer. If you act early, you have a good chance of finding colorectal cancer while it can be treated easily.
Take Action!
If you are over 50, it’s time to schedule a colorectal cancer test. Don’t wait.
Call your doctor. Make an appointment to have your colon checked.
Make a shopping list of healthy foods high in
calcium
and
fiber
.
Read real peoples' stories
about colorectal cancer screening.
Get active
. Take a walk around your neighborhood.
Read more about
colorectal cancer
. Get tips on
eating healthy
,
and getting active.
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