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Colorectal Cancer Screening: Questions and Answers
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People should talk with their health care providers about when to begin screening for colorectal cancer, what tests to have, the benefits and risks of each test, and how often to schedule appointments... Details >
Disease Risk Index: Cancer 
The Disease Risk Index: Cancer is an interactive tool that offers users a personalized method for estimating and lowering their risk of the 12 of the most common cancers. The web site is maintained ... Details >
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Eating Lots of Red Meat Linked to Colon Cancer
Eating large amounts of red or processed meat over a long period of time can indeed raise colorectal cancer risk. But the risks from such a diet are smaller than those from obesity and lack of exercis... Details >
Fast Facts on Colorectal Cancer
A brief overview of colorectal cancer. Persons who are 50 or older and have not been screened for colorectal cancer are encouraged to do so.... Details >
Find a Colorectal Surgeon
Search this listing by state or country to locate a colorectal surgeon in your geographic area. This online resource is provided and maintained by the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.... Details >
Hereditary Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer
Hereditary nonpolyposis colorectal cancer, often called HNPCC or Lynch syndrome, is a type of inherited cancer of the digestive tract, particularly the colon (large intestine) and rectum.... Details >
National Colorectal Cancer Control Initiatives: Screen for Life
Information about the importance of colorectal cancer screening tests for early detection and prevention of the disease. Includes public service announcements, materials for persons 50 and older, and ... Details >
Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
What You Need To Know About™ Cancer of the Colon and Rectum
Also available in: Spanish
Cancer of the colon or rectum is also called colorectal cancer. This booklet has important information about the possible causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of colorectal cancer. It also has i... Details >