Colorectal Cancer Screening

What Is Colorectal Cancer?
Colorectal cancer is cancer that occurs in the colon or rectum. Sometimes it is called colon cancer, for short.

Who Gets Colorectal Cancer?

•	Both men and women can get colorectal cancer.
•	Colorectal cancer is most often found in people 50 and older.
•	The risk for getting colorectal cancer increases with age.

Screening Saves Lives
If you are 50 or older, getting a screening test for colorectal cancer could save your life. Here is how:

•	Screening tests can find polyps, which can be removed before they turn into cancer.
•	Screening tests can find colorectal cancer early. When it is found early, the chance of being cured is good.

Types of Screening Tests
There are several different screening tests that can be used to find polyps or colorectal cancer. Each one can be used alone. Sometimes they are used in combination with each other.

If you are 50 or older, talk with your doctor about getting screened for colon cancer and the types of screening that you should have. Horizon NJ Health covers all services related to colorectal cancer screening.