We as advocates and health professionals must help the elderly to advocate for these changes. They cannot do it alone. We know there are too many false negatives. But we must tell the elderly about this so they can get the proper colon screening in a timely manner. My doctor didn't suggest any further testing.
Some doctors are better than others about encouraging their patients to have colon screening.
We are all responsible for our own health and need to advocate for ourselves. But, in the case of the elderly, many do not advocate for themselves. But the elderly may not know this and think they are doing all they should by exercising and eating properly. In conclusion, as advocates and health professionals, we must give time and patience to the elderly for their health prevention and care. Please join me in going to senior centers, senior housing communities, houses of worship, senior health fairs, or any places that have a defined senior population.