Unfortunately, we can no longer afford the comfort of ignoring the topic. Colorectal cancer has become the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. This year, approximately 130,000 new cases of colorectal cancer will be diagnosed, and 56,000 people will die from the disease. The real tragedy is that almost all of these deaths could have been prevented. When caught early, colorectal cancer may be up to 95 percent curable.
Colorectal cancer can affect anyone.
It occurs in almost equal frequency in men and women. Risk for colorectal cancer also increases with age. You can take steps to lower your risk of getting colorectal cancer. Screening is one of the most important weapons in the fight against colorectal cancer, which often shows no symptoms. Regular screenings are important to catch the disease while it still can be cured.