DID YOU KNOW? According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, if everyone aged 50 years and older had regular colorectal cancer screenings, at least 60 percent of the deaths from the disease could be avoided. That’s a significant assertion, as colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the United States, while in Canada it is the second leading cancer killer among men and the third leading cancer killer among women. The CDC notes that the frequency of screening depends on the type of screening a person gets. Men and women should discuss the various screening options with their physicians. Colorectal cancer can begin with the formation of polyps on the colon or rectum. These polyps may eventually turn into cancer, but screening can detect the formation of polyps and doctors can then remove them before they become cancer. Some people who develop colorectal polyps may experience symptoms such as blood in or on their stool; persistent stomach pains, aches or cramps; or unexplained weight loss.
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