Introduction

Presentation Overview I.What is colon cancer? II.Reduce your risk III. How to find a screening facility IV. Patient resources V.Get involved

What is Colon Cancer?

The Facts 2 nd leading cancer killer in the U.S. – Every 9.3 minutes, a person in the U.S. dies of colon cancer Survival depends on early detection – 90% five-year survival rate in early detected cases

What is Colon Cancer? Cancer that occurs in the colon or rectum. It is also called colorectal cancer.

Colon cancer comes from polyps. One in every three adults has polyps. What is Colon Cancer?

How Can I Reduce My Risk For Colon Cancer?

How Can I Reduce My Risk? Know your risk Maintain a healthy weight throughout life Be physically active Eat a healthy diet Limit consumption of alcoholic beverages Do not use tobacco products

How Can I Reduce My Risk? Groups at an increased risk: – Those age 50 and – Those age 50 and older – Individuals with a personal or family history colon cancer – Individuals with a personal or family history of colon cancer, non-cancerous colon polyps, or Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) – Alaska Natives, Native Americans, African- Americans, Hispanics and Jews of Eastern European decent

How Can I Reduce My Risk? The best way to reduce your risk is by getting screened.

Colon Cancer Screening

Screening Options There are many screening options. You should talk to your doctor about finding the screening test that is right for you.

Common Screening Options: – Colonoscopy – Virtual colonoscopy (computerized tomographic colonography or CTC) – Sigmoidoscopy – Fecal occult blood test (FOBT) – Fecal immunochemical test (FIT) Screening Options To learn more about screening options and tests, visit

90% A colonoscopy is the most effective screening method. It can reduce the average person's risk of dying from colon cancer by 90%. Screening Options

Just over half of U.S. adults aged 50+ have had a colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy. Why aren’t people getting screened? Good news – screening rates are on the rise! Screening Options

How can I find a screening facility?

Get a referral from your doctor Visit the CCA’s Screening Resource page at to find a surgeon or screening facility near you Screening Facilities

Where can I find resources or support if I have colon cancer?

Resources and Support The Colon Cancer Alliance (CCA) is a community that provides hope and support to colon cancer patients and their families while saving lives through screening, access, awareness, advocacy and research..

Patient Support Services – Toll-Free Helpline: (877) – Buddy Program – – Local Chapters – Clinical Trials Matching Service – National Conference – Conversations about Colorectal Cancer Webinars

How Can I Join the Fight Against Colon Cancer?

Get Involved Become a CCA Voices Volunteer Join the Buddy Program Participate in an Undy K Walk/Run Make a donation or hold a fundraiser Talk about colon cancer with family and friends “Like” the CCA on Facebook or follow on Twitter

Get Involved March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Raising awareness about colon cancer Increasing screening rates Celebrating survivors and honoring those we’ve lost

Get Involved National Dress in Blue Day Program Kicks off March every year Brings nationwide attention to colon cancer and celebrates the courage of those affected by this disease

Learn More To learn more or to find out how you can get involved in the fight against colon cancer, visit: