Colorectal cancer is a term used to refer to cancer that develops in the colon or the rectum. The colon and rectum are parts of the digestive system, which is also called the gastrointestinal, or GI, system. The digestive system processes food for energy and rids the body of solid waste matter (fecal matter or stool). (more)

Colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy are excellent screening exams for colorectal cancer (commonly referred to as “colon cancer”). But false information and a misplaced sense of modesty have scared some people away from these lifesaving tests. (more)

Many times, colorectal cancer can be prevented; still, it's the second most common cause of cancer death among men and women in the United States. Don't let these 5 common myths stop you from getting the lifesaving tests you need, when you need them. (more)

American Cancer Society's Complete Guide to Colorectal Cancer take a helpful, matter-of-fact approach to explaining risk factors and prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment options, and coping with the disease and its symptoms. (more)

The American Cancer Society offers free materials to help you continue encouraging colorectal cancer screening among your patients 50 and older. (more)

Your doctor says "get it done," but your imagination is running wild. You feel embarrassed. You don't know what to expect. So you conveniently 'forget' to make the appointment for a colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy. These two exams use a slender tool with a light and tiny camera to help doctors look for any polyps or signs of cancer within the colon. (more)

Regular colon cancer screening is important for men and women 50 and older. You can learn more about the recommended tests in the ACS Colorectal Cancer Screening Guidelines. (more)