Screening – Time to test?
WHICH MAJOR CANCER CAN BE BEATED 90% OF THE TIME IF CAUGHT EARLY?
Regular colorectal cancer screening is important because many people affected by the disease do not have symptoms for several years. Most cases of colorectal cancer occur in people over the age of 50 years so screening is recommended for this age group.
If you answer ‘yes’ to any one of the following questions, you should talk to your doctor about colorectal cancer screening.
Are you over 50?
Do you have a family history of colorectal cancer?
Do you currently have any of the symptoms of colorectal cancer?
Screening programmes differ from country to country across Europe.
WHICH MAJOR CANCER CAN BE BEATED 90% OF THE TIME IF CAUGHT EARLY?
WHICH CANCER SHOULD YOU GET SCREENED FOR FROM TURN 50 YEARS OLD?
Please contact your local patient organisation to learn how screening for colorectal cancer is managed in your country, and your rights to accessing it. You can find a directory of our member organisations here. Why not contact them today while you’re here?
You should also start a discussion with your doctor about seeking colorectal cancer screening relative to your personal circumstances. They will be able to advise you on whether this is the right time to seek answers.
