Did you know that patients say they are most likely to get screened if they hear a strong recommendation from their doctor?
So, please prioritize colorectal cancer screening in your treatment of patients ages 45 to 75.
- Don’t just mention it—strongly recommend that your patients get screened, and follow up to be sure they do.
- Consider sharing this information in your conversations.You can also help spread the word by empowering patients who’ve already been screened to talk about their experience with people they know.
- Download this quick reference guide. It’s a great resource for you and your staff about colorectal cancer screening best practices, screening options, insurance coverage and other resources.
- Please also download and print this flyer and post it in your waiting and exam rooms.
Best practices
The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends colorectal cancer screening for all men and women ages 45-75. Those with a family history of colorectal cancer should begin screening at age 40 or earlier (or 10 years before the age at diagnosis of the youngest case).
Your Stories
I had my first colonoscopy around age 50. They found a few polyps that turned out to be noncancerous. I changed my diet a bit: more fruits and vegetables, less hamburgers. I went back five years later for another colonoscopy and the doctors didn’t find anything…You do the test, the results come back, and you sleep better. You’re glad you did it, and you’re good to go. Why not do it?
Carson Meyer, Sisters
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