The American Cancer Society and other prominent organizations recommend that regular screening start at age 50. The Harvard Center for Cancer Prevention reports that regular screening along with a healthy lifestyle can prevent over half of all deaths from colorectal cancer in the United States. Flexible sigmoidoscopy at least once every 5 years. Colonoscopy at least once every 10 years or DCBE every 5-10 years. And never be too embarrassed to save your life.
Some plans pay under certain conditions.
Under Medicare, DCBE can be covered as substitute for flexible sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy. The bottom line is a longer life and better life, free of a disease that can be treated effectively if found early and in many cases prevented altogether. By sharing what we've learned as cancer survivors, we hope to inspire and encourage others to embrace regular CRC screening in celebration of life. The information provided by the CCA on this website should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care.