Screening tests can find polyps so they can be removed before turning into cancer. Screening also helps find colorectal cancer at an early stage, when treatment works best.
Robert’s Story
“If I hadn’t been screened I wouldn’t have been able to see my son go off to college.” Robert said. Read more about Robert’s experience.
Family Health History of Colorectal (Colon) Cancer
Having a family health history of colorectal cancer makes you more likely to get colorectal (colon) cancer yourself.
Gallbladder & Bile Duct Cancer Awareness Month
Gallbladder cancer and bile duct cancer are relatively rare forms of cancer. Read more about these rare forms.
Cancer Doesn’t Wait
In this video, Dr. Lisa Richardson, Dr. Robert W. Carlson, and Dr. Laura Makaroff talk about the importance of routine cancer screenings.
Cancer prevention: 7 tips to reduce your risk
Concerned about cancer prevention? Take charge by making changes such as eating a healthy diet and getting regular screenings.
Listening to Her Inner Voice and Body and Knowing Her Family History Saved Her Life
Have you ever had an inner voice telling you to take a particular action, like call your friend? And when you did, that friend said, “I was just thinking of you?” Heeding that inner voice can be very beneficial—even lifesaving—as shared by cancer survivor, Celeste Smalls-Sumpter.
Cindy’s Story: Preventing Cervical Cancer
If I didn’t go to that appointment, I might not be around for my kids,” Cindy says. Her Cervical Screening found precancerous cells.
Jasmine’s Story: Preventing Cervical Cancer
“The routine cervical screenings changed my life,” says Jasmine, after a test found precancerous cells. She shares her story in this video.
Cervical Cancer Awareness
You can lower your risk for cervical cancer by getting screened regularly, starting at age 21.