We hear the staggering statistics. We hear the testimonies.
Colorectal cancer can strike men and women at any age.
A few years ago, the New York Yankees were hit with the news that one of their star outfielders had colorectal cancer, and WCCO's popular morning news anchor, Cindy Hilger, has also fought this disease. Recently, Katie Couric of the Today Show has championed the importance of early detection and awareness for colorectal cancer, the disease which took the life of her husband two years ago. Colorectal cancer can strike anyone at any time, but if detected early, colorectal cancer can be cured. So it's very important to do what you can to lower your risk factors. Since there are very few symptoms associated with colorectal cancer, regular screening is very important, especially if you are age 50 or older.