Learning About Colon Cancer

The death rate from colon cancer has been slowly decreasing over the past 15 years. One reason is that there are fewer cases; thanks to colon cancer screening and awareness efforts from individuals and organizations like the Colon Cancer Coalition. Regular screening can prevent a large number of colon and rectal cancers from every happening, but sadly, too many still are delaying being checked.

What You Need to Know

Colon cancer is highly treatable. If it is found in its earliest stages, the 5-year survival rate is 90%. 
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Getting Screened

Colon cancer starts with polyps, small growths that in time can turn cancerous. Testing can help your doctor find (and remove) these growths.
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Useful Links

To learn more about colon cancer, or to locate similar sites dedicated to offering support for individuals affected by colon cancer, explore our list of additional links.
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Writer Carol Larson narrates the story of her diagnosis, treatment and recovery from colon cancer in her book When the Trip Changes, A Traveler’s Advisory to Colorectal Cancer.  Read more about the book or purchase a copy online.

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