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A concerning number of Americans are not being screened for colon cancer

06/17/11

The Colon Cancer Alliance is reporting that one in three individuals over 50 have not been screened for colon cancer, according to a nationwide research poll. An additional one in four Americans said that their doctor did not recommend they have the screening done.

Colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society, possibly causing individuals that contract the disease to have difficulty getting life insurance. Early diagnosis can often lead to a total cure, so catching the disease in its early stages can save lives, further stressing the importance of screening.
 

"Our survey suggests that while more men and women of screening age are being tested than in the past, a significant screening gap remains," said Andrew Spiegel, CEO of the Colon Cancer Alliance. "Health care professionals have a tremendous opportunity to educate patients about screening options."


The ACA recommends than anyone over the age of 50 get screened for this deadly cancer by a colonoscopy or another test. Recently doctors have started using DNA tests to help aid in the detection of colon cancer. With additional options people may be overwhelmed and that is where experts believe doctors need to step in.
 

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