Screening is the best way to find polyps before they become cancerous. Screening can also find colorectal cancer early, when treatment can be most effective. Recent evidence, however, suggests that there are ways to reduce your risk of getting this disease. The good news is that having screening tests beginning at age 50 to find precancerous growths called polyps saves lives. Removing polyps can prevent colorectal cancer.
Screening tests can also find colorectal cancer early, when treatment can be most effective.
So if you are 50 or older and have not been screened for colorectal cancer, it is time to talk with your doctor or health care professional about getting screened. These links do not constitute an endorsement of these organizations or their programs by CDC or the Federal Government, and none should be inferred. The CDC is not responsible for the content of the individual organization Web pages found at these links. This Web site is intended for information only and is not a substitute for medical care or treatment by a qualified professional. Any person who has or might have a health problem should consult a professional health care provider.