Colorectal cancer kills over 55,000 Americans each year.
Lung cancer is the only cancer that kills more people.
Anyone can get colorectal cancer, but it usually strikes men and women over the age of 50. No matter what your age, there is a lot you can do to lower your risk of getting the disease. Get tested for colorectal cancer regularly after age 50. The best way to prevent colorectal cancer is to have screening tests done on a regular basis after age 50. By finding them early and having them removed, you can prevent cancer from starting.